Historical Developments in Indian Transportation

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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 most common mode of transportation in ancient India, used for both goods and passengers.

What was the main purpose of the Grand Trunk Road?

  1. To connect the capital city with the provinces

  2. To facilitate trade and commerce

  3. To transport military troops

  4. To provide a route for religious pilgrimages


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Grand Trunk Road was built primarily to facilitate trade and commerce between different parts of the Indian subcontinent.

Which Indian ruler is credited with building the first metalled roads in the country?

  1. Sher Shah Suri

  2. Akbar

  3. Jahangir

  4. Shah Jahan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sher Shah Suri is credited with building the first metalled roads in India, which were known for their high quality and durability.

When was the first railway line in India constructed?

  1. 1853

  2. 1854

  3. 1855

  4. 1856


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The first railway line in India was constructed in 1853, connecting Bombay (now Mumbai) with Thane.

Which city was the first in India to have a tram system?

  1. Calcutta (now Kolkata)

  2. Bombay (now Mumbai)

  3. Madras (now Chennai)

  4. Delhi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Calcutta (now Kolkata) was the first city in India to have a tram system, which was introduced in 1873.

What was the name of the first Indian airline?

  1. Tata Airlines

  2. Air India

  3. Indian Airlines

  4. Jet Airways


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tata Airlines, founded in 1932, was the first Indian airline.

When was the first metro rail system in India inaugurated?

  1. 1984

  2. 1992

  3. 2002

  4. 2010


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The first metro rail system in India was inaugurated in Calcutta (now Kolkata) in 1984.

Which Indian city has the largest number of operational airports?

  1. Delhi

  2. Mumbai

  3. Bangalore

  4. Hyderabad


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Delhi has the largest number of operational airports in India, with three major airports: Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi Airport, and Hindon Air Force Station.

What is the name of the longest national highway in India?

  1. National Highway 1

  2. National Highway 2

  3. National Highway 3

  4. National Highway 4


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

National Highway 1, also known as the Grand Trunk Road, is the longest national highway in India, stretching from Delhi to Amritsar.

Which Indian city is known as the 'City of Lakes' and is famous for its boat transportation?

  1. Udaipur

  2. Jaipur

  3. Jodhpur

  4. Bikaner


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Udaipur, also known as the 'City of Lakes', is famous for its boat transportation and picturesque lakes.

What is the name of the first Indian-built satellite that was launched into space?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara

  3. Rohini

  4. INSAT-1


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata was the first Indian-built satellite that was launched into space in 1975.

Which Indian scientist is known as the 'Father of the Indian Space Program'?

  1. Vikram Sarabhai

  2. Homi J. Bhabha

  3. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam

  4. Satish Dhawan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vikram Sarabhai is known as the 'Father of the Indian Space Program' for his contributions to the development of India's space program.

What is the name of the first Indian astronaut to travel into space?

  1. Rakesh Sharma

  2. Kalpana Chawla

  3. Sunita Williams

  4. Anousheh Ansari


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rakesh Sharma was the first Indian astronaut to travel into space in 1984.

Which Indian space agency is responsible for the country's space program?

  1. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)

  2. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

  3. European Space Agency (ESA)

  4. Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is the Indian space agency responsible for the country's space program.

What is the name of India's first lunar mission?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Mangalyaan

  4. Gaganyaan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chandrayaan-1 was India's first lunar mission, launched in 2008.

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