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Historical Development of Transportation Networks in India

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Which of the following was the primary mode of transportation in ancient India?

  1. Bullock carts

  2. Horses

  3. Elephants

  4. Camels


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bullock carts were the primary mode of transportation in ancient India, used for both goods and passengers.

What was the main purpose of the Grand Trunk Road?

  1. Connecting the capital to the provinces

  2. Facilitating trade and commerce

  3. Military expeditions

  4. Pilgrimage


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Grand Trunk Road was built primarily to connect the capital city of Delhi to the provinces, enabling efficient administration and communication.

Which dynasty is credited with the construction of the first metalled roads in India?

  1. Mughals

  2. Guptas

  3. Cholas

  4. Marathas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Mughals, particularly Sher Shah Suri, are credited with the construction of the first metalled roads in India, known as the 'Shahi Rahs'.

What was the primary mode of transportation during the British Raj in India?

  1. Railways

  2. Bullock carts

  3. Horses

  4. Elephants


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The British Raj introduced railways as the primary mode of transportation in India, revolutionizing trade, commerce, and administration.

Which Indian city was the first to have a tramway system?

  1. Kolkata

  2. Mumbai

  3. Chennai

  4. Delhi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kolkata was the first Indian city to have a tramway system, introduced in 1873.

When was the first passenger train service inaugurated in India?

  1. 1853

  2. 1861

  3. 1869

  4. 1875


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The first passenger train service in India was inaugurated in 1853, connecting Bombay (Mumbai) to Thane.

Which Indian city was the first to have a metro rail system?

  1. Kolkata

  2. Mumbai

  3. Chennai

  4. Delhi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kolkata was the first Indian city to have a metro rail system, inaugurated in 1984.

What was the primary mode of transportation for long-distance travel in India before the advent of railways?

  1. Bullock carts

  2. Horses

  3. Elephants

  4. Camels


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bullock carts were the primary mode of transportation for long-distance travel in India before the advent of railways.

Which Indian city was the first to have a bus service?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Kolkata

  3. Chennai

  4. Delhi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mumbai was the first Indian city to have a bus service, introduced in 1926.

What was the primary mode of transportation for trade and commerce in ancient India?

  1. Bullock carts

  2. Horses

  3. Elephants

  4. Camels


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bullock carts were the primary mode of transportation for trade and commerce in ancient India.

Which Indian city was the first to have an airport?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Kolkata

  3. Chennai

  4. Delhi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mumbai was the first Indian city to have an airport, established in 1928.

What was the primary mode of transportation for military expeditions in ancient India?

  1. Horses

  2. Elephants

  3. Camels

  4. Chariots


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Horses were the primary mode of transportation for military expeditions in ancient India.

Which Indian city was the first to have a port?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Kolkata

  3. Chennai

  4. Surat


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Surat was the first Indian city to have a port, established in the 16th century.

What was the primary mode of transportation for pilgrimage in ancient India?

  1. Bullock carts

  2. Horses

  3. Elephants

  4. Camels


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bullock carts were the primary mode of transportation for pilgrimage in ancient India.

Which Indian city was the first to have a railway station?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Kolkata

  3. Chennai

  4. Delhi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mumbai was the first Indian city to have a railway station, established in 1853.

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