Question

Explain the importance of Transportation in the economic development of the country.

Answer 1

The following are some ways that transport aids in a country's economic development:

1. The transport network's expansion creates employment opportunities.
2. It fosters domestic and international trade and contributes to a nation's economic development.
3. The transportation system helps in the economical use of natural resources, mobility of skilled labour force, diversification of markets, provision of fuel, increase in agricultural and industrial production, etc.