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Transport and Communication in India

Description: This quiz covers various aspects of transport and communication in India, including its history, infrastructure, and current developments.
Number of Questions: 14
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Which of the following is the oldest mode of transport in India?

  1. Roadways

  2. Railways

  3. Waterways

  4. Airways


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Waterways have been used for transportation in India since ancient times, with rivers and seas serving as important trade routes.

When was the first railway line in India constructed?

  1. 1853

  2. 1863

  3. 1873

  4. 1883


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The first railway line in India was constructed between Bombay and Thane in 1853.

Which city is known as the 'Gateway of India'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Kolkata

  3. Chennai

  4. Delhi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mumbai is known as the 'Gateway of India' due to its historical role as a major port city and the entry point for many immigrants and traders.

Which of the following is the longest national highway in India?

  1. NH 1

  2. NH 2

  3. NH 7

  4. NH 44


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

NH 44, also known as the Srinagar-Kanyakumari Highway, is the longest national highway in India, stretching over 3,745 kilometers.

Which Indian city has the busiest airport in terms of passenger traffic?

  1. Delhi

  2. Mumbai

  3. Bengaluru

  4. Hyderabad


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport is the busiest airport in India in terms of passenger traffic.

Which Indian city is known as the 'City of Joy'?

  1. Kolkata

  2. Mumbai

  3. Chennai

  4. Delhi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kolkata is known as the 'City of Joy' due to its vibrant culture, rich history, and friendly people.

Which of the following is the largest seaport in India?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Kolkata

  3. Chennai

  4. Visakhapatnam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mumbai is the largest seaport in India, handling a significant portion of the country's maritime trade.

Which Indian state has the highest density of railway lines?

  1. Uttar Pradesh

  2. Maharashtra

  3. West Bengal

  4. Tamil Nadu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Uttar Pradesh has the highest density of railway lines in India, reflecting its importance as a major transportation hub.

Which of the following is the first Indian city to have a metro rail system?

  1. Delhi

  2. Kolkata

  3. Chennai

  4. Mumbai


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

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

Which Indian city is known as the 'Silicon Valley of India'?

  1. Bengaluru

  2. Hyderabad

  3. Pune

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bengaluru is known as the 'Silicon Valley of India' due to its thriving technology industry and numerous IT companies.

Which of the following is the largest telecommunications company in India?

  1. Reliance Jio

  2. Bharti Airtel

  3. Vodafone Idea

  4. Tata Teleservices


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Reliance Jio is the largest telecommunications company in India, with over 400 million subscribers.

Which Indian city is known as the 'Pink City'?

  1. Jaipur

  2. Udaipur

  3. Jodhpur

  4. Bikaner


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jaipur is known as the 'Pink City' due to the distinctive pink color of its buildings.

Which of the following is the largest inland waterway in India?

  1. Ganga River

  2. Brahmaputra River

  3. Godavari River

  4. Krishna River


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ganga River is the largest inland waterway in India, stretching over 2,500 kilometers.

Which Indian city is known as the 'City of Nawabs'?

  1. Lucknow

  2. Hyderabad

  3. Bhopal

  4. Mysore


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lucknow is known as the 'City of Nawabs' due to its historical association with the Nawabs of Awadh.

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