Geography
Refer to the map given on page 239 and answer the following questions:
(i) Name four cities that are connected by the north-south corridor.
(ii) Give any two reasons in support of the NHAI's highway projects.
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Answer
(i) Four cities that are connected by the north-south corridor are
- Delhi
- Nagpur
- Hyderabad
- Bengaluru
(ii) Two reasons in support of NHAI's highway projects are as follows-
- To handle increasing traffic on National Highways.
- To reduce travel time and ensure smooth flow of goods and people.
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