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Short
Answer Type Question [3 Marks]
Question
1.
Efficient means of transport are pre-requisites for the fast development.’
Express your views in favour of this statement.
Answer:
Efficient means of transport are pre-requisites for fast development
because:
·
the
movement of goods and services from the supply location to demand locations
necessitates the need for transport. It widens the market for goods.
·
it allows
distant and remote areas to be linked with urban and developed , regions.
·
the
development and improvement of transport have made delivery of goods faster
across long distances and thus reduced cost.
·
immediate
relief during war, natural calamity, famine or flood can be easily
accessed through efficient means of transport.
Long
Answer Type Questions [5 Marks]
Question
2.
‘Roadways still have an edge over railways in India.’ Support the statement
with arguments.
Answer:
Roadways still have an edge over railways in India in the following ways.
·
Roads
are cheaper than railways and are easier to construct and maintain.
·
Roads
provide door-to-door service, therefore the cost of loading and unloading
is much less.
·
Road
transport is used as a feeder to other means of transport, i.e. it is a link
between railway stations, airports and seaports.
·
Roads
can traverse more dissected and undulating topography.
·
It
can negotiate higher gradients of slopes and can traverse mountains.
·
Roads
are economical is transporting few number of people and smaller amount of goods
over short distances.
Question
3.
Classify communication services into two categories. Explain main features of
each.
Answer:
Communication services can be classified into two categories—personal
communication and mass commuication.
Main features of personal communication:
·
It is the
communication between person to person. In this communication, only personal
messages are exchanged.
·
Personal
communication is done through mobile phones, letters, e-mails, post cards, etc.
Main features of mass communication:
·
It is the
communication among masses. It provides entertainment as well as awareness
about various national programmes.
·
Mass
communication is done through radio, television, newspapers, magazines, books,
films, etc.
Question
4.
Explain with examples the conditions responsible for uneven distribution
pattern of the railway network in India.
Answer:
The distribution of railway network depends upon physiographic, economic and
administrative factors. The following are the conditions responsible for uneven
distribution pattern of the railway network in India.
·
The
northern plains have dense network of railways due to extensive level land,
agriculturally and industrially productive region and support high density of population
which is favourable for the development of railways. However, the presence of
large number of rivers requires the construction of bridges across the rivers
which poses some difficulties.
·
In
the hilly regions of the north and the peninsular plateau regions, railways are
constructed through narrow gaps, or tunnels.
·
The
Himalayas region has less network of railways due to rugged terrain, sparse
population and lack of economic opportunities.
·
In
the sandy plains of western Rajasthan, swampy regions of Gujarat, thickly
forested regions of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, construction of
railways is difficult and expensive.
·
Recently,
the development of Konkan railway along the western coast has contributed to
the movement of goods and passengers through the passes and gaps along the
Western Ghats to link the most economic region of India.
Question
5.
Why is air travel more popular in the north-eastern states of India? Explain
Answer:
Air travel is more popular in the north-eastern states of India because of
the following reasons.
·
North
eastern part of the country is marked with the presence of big rivers where
other means of transport cannot be laid.
·
It
is marked with dissected relief that makes it impossible to access the area
through other means of transport other than air.
·
The
entire area is covered with dense forest that resists land movement.
·
This
area is often hit by frequent floods. Air travel is thus required.
·
It
has a long international frontier that requires quick response which is
possible only through air transport.
Question
6.
Define the term tourism. Why is tourism known as a trade? Explain
Answer:
Tourism means an activity of visiting places, especially in foreign
countries for pleasure.
Tourism is known as a trade because of the following reasons.
·
Foreign
tourist’s arrivals have increased over the years. 5.78 million foreign tourists
visited India in 2010. It contributed ? 64,889 crores as foreign exchange in
the year 2010.
·
More than
15 million people are directly engaged in tourism industry.
·
It
helps in the development of Indian handicrafts and other economic activities.
·
Foreign
tourist visits India for business tourism, adventure tourism, medical tourism,
eco tourism, heritage tourism, etc.
Question
7.
Explain any five major problems faced by road transport in India
Answer:
The major problems faced by road transport in India are as follows.
·
The road
network is inadequate when volume of traffic and passengers are taken into
consideration.
·
Nearly
half of the roads are unmetalled and it limits their usage during the rainy
season.
·
Roadways
are highly congested in the cities, with frequent traffic jams.
·
Most
of the bridges and culverts are old and narrow.
·
The
national highways are inadequate too.
2015
Very
Short Answer Type Questions [ 1 Mark]
Question
8.
What is the major objectiw to develop Super Highways?
Answer:
The main objective to develop Super Highways is to reduce the time and distance
between the four mega cities of Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata with the
development of fast and uninterrupted traffic along six lanes between these
cities.
Question
9.
Why was the Haldia seaport set up?
Answer:
Haldia seaport was set up to decongest the port of Kolkata as a subsidiary
port.
Question
10.
Why was Jawaharlal Nehru port developed?
Answer:
Jawaharlal Nehru port is a subsidiary port mainly developed to decongest the
port of Mumbai and serve as a hub port for this region.
Question
11.
Explain the importance of railways as the principal mode of transportation for
freight and passengers in India.
Answer:
Railways are the principal mode of transportation for freight and passengers
in India in the following ways.
·
Railways
have contributed to the development of multifarious activities like business,
sightseeing, pilgrimage and tourism along with the transportation of goods over
long distance.
·
It
is an important means of transport for long distance travel with ease.
·
It
has binded the economic life of the country that has accelarated the
development of agriculture and industry by carrying the raw materials to the
industries and distribution of finished goods to the consuming markets.
Question
12.
Describe any three features of waterways in India.
Answer:
The three features of waterways are as follows.
·
They are
the cheapest means of transport for carrying heavy and bulky goods.
·
They are
fuel efficient.
·
They
are an eco-friendly mode of transport, however the slowest means of transport.
Question
13.
Describe the significance of tourism as a trade in India.
Answer:
Tourism means an activity of visiting places, especially in foreign countries
for pleasure.
Tourism is known as a trade because of the following reasons.
·
Foreign
tourist’s arrivals have increased over the years. 5.78 million foreign tourists
visited India in 2010. It contributed ? 64,889 crores as foreign exchange in
the year 2010.
·
More than
15 million people are directly engaged in tourism industry.
·
It
helps in the development of Indian handicrafts and other economic activities.
·
Foreign
tourist visits India for business tourism, adventure tourism, medical tourism,
eco tourism, heritage tourism, etc.
Question
14.
Why is a dense and efficient network of transport and communication a
prerequisite for the development of local, national and global trade of today?
Give your opinion.
Answer:
Dense and efficient network of transport and communication is a
pre-requisite for the development of local, national and global trade of today
because of the following reasons.
·
We use
different material and services in our daily life. Some of these are available
in our immediate surroundings while other requirements are met by bringing
things from other places. Movement of these goods and services can be over
three domains of earth.
·
Today the
world has converted into a large village with the help of efficient and
fast-moving transport.
·
Transport
has been able to achieve this with the help of equally developed communication
system.
·
Therefore
transport, communication and trade are complementary to each other.
·
Today,
India is well linked with rest of the world despite its vast size diversity,
linguistic and socio-cultural plurality.
Question
15.
Describe the major problems faced by the road transport in India.
Answer:
Major problems faced by road transport are:
·
In
terms of volume of traffic and passengers, the road network is inadequate.
·
About
half of the roads are unmetalled and get damaged during the rainy season.
·
The
number of National Highways is inadequate and are poorly maintained.
·
The roads
are congested in cities and are lacking safety measures.
·
Most of
the bridges and culverts are old and narrow.
Long
Answer Type Questions [5 Marks]
Question
16.
Analyse the physiographic and economic factors that have influenced the
distribution pattern of the railway network in our country.
Answer:
The distribution of railway network depends upon physiographic, economic and
administrative factors. The following are the conditions responsible for uneven
distribution pattern of the railway network in India.
·
The
northern plains have dense network of railways due to extensive level land,
agriculturally and industrially productive region and support high density of
population which is favourable for the development of railways. However, the
presence of large number of rivers requires the construction of bridges across
the rivers which poses some difficulties.
·
In
the hilly regions of the north and the peninsular plateau regions, railways are
constructed through narrow gaps, or tunnels.
·
The
Himalayas region has less network of railways due to rugged terrain, sparse
population and lack of economic opportunities.
·
In
the sandy plains of western Rajasthan, swampy regions of Gujarat, thickly
forested regions of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, construction of
railways is difficult and expensive.
·
Recently,
the development of Konkan railway along the western coast has contributed to
the movement of goods and passengers through the passes and gaps along the
Western Ghats to link the most economic region of India.
Question
17.
‘Road transport and rail transport in India are not competitive but
complementary
to each other.’ Justify the statement.
Answer:
The statement road transport and rail transport in India are not competitive
but complementary to each other can be justified in the following ways.
·
Road
transport is more suitable for short distances whereas rail transport is more
suitable for long distances.
·
Road
transport is economical in transportation of few persons and relatively smaller
amount of goods over short distances whereas rail transport is more suitable
for large number of people and heavy goods.
·
Road
transport is beneficial for perishable goods to be carried by roads in short
period of time whereas non-perishable and bulky are transported by railways for
a longer distances.
·
Road
transport increases the efficiency of railways.
·
Road
transport links the rural areas with railway stations.
·
The
deficiency of railways is compensated by road transport.
2014
Short
Answer Type Questions [3 Marks]
Question
18.
How do means of transport and communication play an important role in the
economic development of the country? Explain.
Answer:
Dense and efficient network of transport and communication is a
pre-requisite for the development of local, national and global trade of today
because of the following reasons.
·
We
use different material and services in our daily life. Some of these are
available in our immediate surroundings while other requirements are met by
bringing things from other places. Movement of these goods and services can be
over three domains of earth.
·
Today the
world has converted into a large village with the help of efficient and
fast-moving transport.
·
Transport
has been able to achieve this with the help of equally developed communication
system.
·
Therefore
transport, communication and trade are complementary to each other.
·
Today,
India is well linked with rest of the world despite its vast size diversity,
linguistic and socio-cultural plurality.
Question
19.
Mention the six mail channels introduced recently to facilitate quick delivery
of mails.
Answer:
The following are the six mail channels.
1. Rajdhani Channel
2. Metro Channel
3. Green Channel
4. Business Channel
5. Bulk Mail Channel
6. Periodical Channel
Question
20.
20. Why is air travel preferred in the north-eastern states of India? Explain
Answer:
Air travel is more popular in the north-eastern states of India because of
the following reasons.
·
North
eastern part of the country is marked with the presence of big rivers where
other means of transport cannot be laid.
·
It
is marked with dissected relief that makes it impossible to access the area
through other means of transport other than air.
·
The
entire area is covered with dense forest that resists land movement.
·
This area
is often hit by frequent floods. Air travel is thus required.
·
It
has a long international frontier that requires quick response which is
possible only through air transport
Question
21.
Give reasons for which foreign tourists visit India.
Answer:
Foreign tourists visit India due to the following reasons.
·
India has
been an excellent place for heritage tourism. It is rich in culture and
ethnicity.
·
Many
tourists come here for adventure in the mountainous regions of Himachal
Pradesh, Uttrakhand, etc.
·
Southern
India provides excellent opportunities for medical tourism, which attracts
tourists from the world.
Question
22.
Why are efficient means of transport pre-requisites for the fast development of
the country? Explain.
Answer:
Efficient means of transport are pre-requisites for fast development
because:
·
the
movement of goods and services from the supply location to demand locations
necessitates the need for transport. It widens the market for goods.
·
it allows
distant and remote areas to be linked with urban and developed , regions.
·
the development
and improvement of transport have made delivery of goods faster across long
distances and thus reduced cost.
·
immediate
relief during war, natural calamity, famine or flood can be easily
accessed through efficient means of transport.
Question
23.
Why is the distribution of roads not uniform in India? Explain with examples.
Answer:
The distribution of roads is not uniform in India because of the following
reasons.
·
India has
vast and diverse relief features with high mountains and plateaus which restrict
construction of roads in many area.
·
India is
a land of rivers with dissected tributaries. It is not possible to lay roads in
these areas where the rivers often create havoc during floods.
·
Keeping
in view the low volume of passengers and traffic, it is not economical to lay
roads in such areas.
Question
24.
How does transport play an important role in the economic development of a
country? Explain with examples.
Answer:
Efficient means of transport are pre-requisites for fast development
because:
·
the movement
of goods and services from the supply location to demand locations necessitates
the need for transport. It widens the market for goods.
·
it
allows distant and remote areas to be linked with urban and developed ,
regions.
·
the
development and improvement of transport have made delivery of goods faster
across long distances and thus reduced cost.
·
immediate
relief during war, natural calamity, famine or flood can be easily
accessed through efficient means of transport.
Long Answer
Type Questions [5 Marks]
Question
25.
‘Advancement of international trade of a country is an index to its
prosperity.’
Support the statement with suitable examples.
Answer:
Advancement of international trade of a country is an index of its economic
prosperity. The following points can justify the statement.
·
No
country can survive without international trade because resources are space
bound.
·
Advancement
of international trade of a country leads to its economic prosperity because
such a trade provides so many jobs to workers as well as business to traders.
·
It
is through international trade that we earn much of our foreign exchange which
is required for importing many essential goods.
Foreign trade helps in transfer of technology.
·
International
trade gives rise to competition. Domestic producers make their production
process efficient to meet the international standards and thus, are able to
compete.
Question
26.
‘Indian railways binds the economic life of the country as well as accelerates
the development of industry and agriculture.’ Justify the statement.
Answer:
They are principal mode of transportation for freight and passengers. They
help in multifarious ways like business, sightseeing, along with transportation
of goods over long distances.
·
Economic
development of a region depends upon the dense network of rail transport.
·
They link
areas of production with that of consumption, agriculture with industry and
village with towns and cities.
·
They
help in industrial development by assemblage of raw materials and distribution
of finished goods.
·
They
help in regional development.
·
Railways
help in the development of all the three sectors of the economy— primary,
secondary and tertiary.
2013
Short
Answer Type Questions [3 Marks
Question
27.
How are the means of transport and communication complementary to each other?
Explain with three examples.
Answer:
Means of transport and communication are complementary to each other in the
following ways:
·
Transport
and communication provide basic infrastructure for each other to
carry on their process.
·
They
create possibilities for investment to upgrade and expand their services.
·
Communication
has widened the horizons of trade far and wide.
·
Transport
had limited access earlier. With the advancement of science and technology the
world has converted into a large village. Communication has widened the scope
of transportation even in the remote areas.
Question
28.
‘The distribution pattern of Indian railway network is influenced by the
physiographic factors.’ Examine the statement.
Answer:
The distribution of railway network depends upon physiographic, economic and
administrative factors. The following are the conditions responsible for uneven
distribution pattern of the railway network in India.
·
The
northern plains have dense network of railways due to extensive level land,
agriculturally and industrially productive region and support high density of
population which is favourable for the development of railways. However, the
presence of large number of rivers requires the construction of bridges across
the rivers which poses some difficulties.
·
In the
hilly regions of the north and the peninsular plateau regions, railways are
constructed through narrow gaps, or tunnels.
·
The
Himalayas region has less network of railways due to rugged terrain, sparse
population and lack of economic opportunities.
·
In the
sandy plains of western Rajasthan, swampy regions of Gujarat, thickly forested
regions of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, construction of railways
is difficult and expensive.
·
Recently,
the development of Konkan railway along the western coast has contributed to
the movement of goods and passengers through the passes and gaps along the
Western Ghats to link the most economic region of India.
Question
29.
Why is air travel preferred in the north-eastern states of India? Explain any
three reasons.
Answer:
Air travel is more popular in the north-eastern states of India because of
the following reasons.
·
North
eastern part of the country is marked with the presence of big rivers where
other means of transport cannot be laid.
·
It
is marked with dissected relief that makes it impossible to access the area
through other means of transport other than air.
·
The
entire area is covered with dense forest that resists land movement.
·
This
area is often hit by frequent floods. Air travel is thus required.
·
It has a
long international frontier that requires quick response which is possible only
through air transport.
Question
30.
How can you help the Indian Railways to run the trains as per schedule?
Explain.
Answer:
We can help the Indian Railways to run the trains as per schedule by:
·
keeping
the trains tracks clean, clear and well maintained.
·
avoiding
the pulling of chains for unnecessary reasons.
·
avoiding
the damage done to the railway property.
Question
31.
Describe any five major problems faced by road transport in India
Answer:
Major problems faced by road transport are:
·
In terms
of volume of traffic and passengers, the road network is inadequate.
·
About
half of the roads are unmetalled and get damaged during the rainy season.
·
The
number of National Highways is inadequate and are poorly maintained.
·
The roads
are congested in cities and are lacking safety measures.
·
Most of
the bridges and culverts are old and narrow.
Question
32.
Advancement of international trade of a country is an index of its econoniic
prosperity.’ Justify the statement with five arguments
Answer:
Advancement of international trade of a country is an index of its economic
prosperity. The following points can justify the statement.
·
No
country can survive without international trade because resources are space
bound.
·
Advancement
of international trade of a country leads to its economic prosperity because
such a trade provides so many jobs to workers as well as business to traders.
·
It
is through international trade that we earn much of our foreign exchange which
is required for importing many essential goods.
·
Foreign
trade helps in transfer of technology.
·
International
trade gives rise to competition. Domestic producers make their production
process efficient to meet the international standards and thus, are able to
compete.
Question
33.
‘Roadways
have an edge over railways in India.’ Justify the statement with fitearguments.
Answer:
Roadways still have an edge over railways in India in the following ways.
·
Roads are
cheaper than railways and are easier to construct and maintain.
·
Roads
provide door-to-door service, therefore the cost of loading and unloading
is much less.
·
Road
transport is used as a feeder to other means of transport, i.e. it is a link
between railway stations, airports and seaports.
·
Roads can
traverse more dissected and undulating topography.
·
It can
negotiate higher gradients of slopes and can traverse mountains.
·
Roads are
economical is transporting few number of people and smaller amount of goods
over short distances.
Question
34.
What are the means of communication? How do they create awareness ahjong the
masses and integrate the people? Explain with four examples.
Answer:
Communication refers to conveying of messages and ideas between individuals or
to the masses. The means of mass communication are radio, television, media and
films.
They create awareness among the mass and integrated the people in the
following ways.
·
Every day
at regular intervals, we hear or watch the news on the radio and television.
News are given on variety of subjects and topics and people come to know what
is happening in the society, politics and economy.
·
Newspaper
also gives news on variety of subjects like politics, society, financial,
sports and international. The news are given in details (of the day before).
They also carry advertisements.
·
India
is the largest producer of feature films in the world. It produces short films,
feature films and video short films.
·
Means of
communication also integrate the people. If we see about any unforeseen
calamity on the television or read about it in the newspaper, the country
stands united to help the victims.
Question
35.
How is road transport more advantageous than other means of transport for short
distances? Explain with five suitable examples.
Answer:
·
Road
transport is economical in transportation of few people and smaller amount of
goods. It reduces cost.
·
Road
transport do not need a station or a port (sea port and air port). It can cover
short distances easily and quickly.
·
There
are a large variety of vehicles on the roads, carrying one, two or more than
sixty persons. They can negotiate traffic jams.
·
They
provide door to door service.
·
Road
transport like rickshaws, bicycles, autos and scooters can negotiate the narrow
and congested lanes and by-lanes and carry people and goods.
2012
Short
Answer Type Questions [3 Marks]
Question
36.
Explain the improvements made by the Indian railways in its functioning.
Answer:
Improvements made by Indian railways in its functioning are:
·
Construction
of new railway lines and extension of additional routes along certain routes.
·
Electrification
of railway network.
·
Introduction
of super fast trains like Shatabadi, Rajdhani, etc.
·
Computerised
reservation of booking and cancellation of tickets.
Question
37.
Explain three reasons for dense railway network in the North Indian plains.
Answer:
North Indian Plains have a dense network of railway because of the following
reasons.
·
Vast
level land that is topographically suitable for laying railway lines.
·
High
population density makes it economical to operate.
·
Rich
agricultural resources in the plains require network of railways to sustain
economy.
Question
38.
“Advancement of international trade of a country is an index to its economic
prosperity.” Support the statement with three arguments.
Answer:
Advancement of international trade of a country is an index of its economic
prosperity. The following points can justify the statement.
·
No
country can survive without international trade because resources are space
bound.
·
Advancement
of international trade of a country leads to its economic prosperity because
such a trade provides so many jobs to workers as well as business to traders.
·
It
is through international trade that we earn much of our foreign exchange which
is required for importing many essential goods.
·
Foreign
trade helps in transfer of technology.
·
International
trade gives rise to competition. Domestic producers make their production
process efficient to meet the international standards and thus, are able to
compete.
Long
Answer Type Questions [4/5 Marks]
Question
39.
‘Dense and efficient network of transport and communication is a prerequisite
for national and international trade’. Support the statement with four
arguments.
Answer:
Dense and efficient network of transport and communication is a pre-requisite
for the development of local, national and global trade of today because of the
following reasons.
·
We use
different material and services in our daily life. Some of these are available
in our immediate surroundings while other requirements are met by bringing
things from other places. Movement of these goods and services can be over
three domains of earth.
·
Today
the world has converted into a large village with the help of efficient and
fast-moving transport.
·
Transport
has been able to achieve this with the help of equally developed communication
system.
·
Therefore
transport, communication and trade are complementary to each other.
·
Today,
India is well linked with rest of the world despite its vast size diversity,
linguistic and socio-cultural plurality.
Question
40.
Mention
any four merits and any two demerits of air transportAnswer:
Merits of air transport are:
·
Most
comfortable
·
Fastest
means of transport
·
Covers
long stretches of mountains, deserts, thick forests and oceanic stretches with
great ease.
·
Helicopters
can land and take off from any place.
Demerits
of air transport are:
·
Very
expensive
·
It
is often affected by weather phenomenon like fog and strong currents in upper
atmosphere.
2011
Short
Answer Type Questions [3 Marks]
Question
41.
Explain the importance of air transport in India giving four points.
Answer:
Air travel is more popular in the north-eastern states of India because of
the following reasons.
·
North
eastern part of the country is marked with the presence of big rivers where
other means of transport cannot be laid.
·
It
is marked with dissected relief that makes it impossible to access the area
through other means of transport other than air.
·
The
entire area is covered with dense forest that resists land movement.
·
This
area is often hit by frequent floods. Air travel is thus required.
·
It has a
long international frontier that requires quick response which is possible only
through air transport.
Question
42.
Mention any two inland waterways of India. Write three characteristics of each.
Answer:
The two inland waterways of India are:
·
The
Brahmaputra River between Sadiya and Dhubri.
·
The
West-Coast Canal in Kerala
The
characteristics of Brahmaputra River between Sadiya and Dhubri are:
·
The
waterway is 891 km long on river Brahmaputra.
·
Long
cruise tourist vessels make voyages between Sivsagar near Dibrugarh and Manas
wildlife sanctuary near Jogighopa continuously. Thus, making it a commercially
beneficial proposition.
·
Border
security force deployed on this inland prove to be an important base for
defence of the country.
The characteristics
of West-Coast Canal in Kerala are:
·
The
stretch is 205 km long of the canals of Kerala. .
·
The
waterway provides 24 hours navigation facility in the entire stretch.
·
The
backwaters of Kerala prove to be cheap means of transport attracting tourists.
Question
43.
How has the distribution pattern of the Railway network in the country been
largely influenced by physiographic and economic factors? Explain with examples
Answer:
The distribution of railway network depends upon physiographic, economic and
administrative factors. The following are the conditions responsible for uneven
distribution pattern of the railway network in India.
·
The
northern plains have dense network of railways due to extensive level land,
agriculturally and industrially productive region and support high density of
population which is favourable for the development of railways. However, the
presence of large number of rivers requires the construction of bridges across
the rivers which poses some difficulties.
·
In
the hilly regions of the north and the peninsular plateau regions, railways are
constructed through narrow gaps, or tunnels.
·
The
Himalayas region has less network of railways due to rugged terrain, sparse
population and lack of economic opportunities.
·
In
the sandy plains of western Rajasthan, swampy regions of Gujarat, thickly
forested regions of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, construction of
railways is difficult and expensive.
·
Recently,
the development of Konkan railway along the western coast has contributed to
the movement of goods and passengers through the passes and gaps along the
Western Ghats to link the most economic region of India.
2010
Short
Answer Type Questions [3 Marks]
Question
44.
Write any four characteristics of Kandla sea port.
Answer:
The following are the characteristics of the Kandla sea port:
·
It is a
tidal port.
·
It
was the first port developed soon after the Independence of India in Kuchchh.
·
It was
developed to ease the volume of trade from Mumbai port after the loss of
Karachi port to Pakistan after the Partition in 1947.
·
It
caters to the convenient handling of imports and exports of granary and
industrial belt spreading from states like Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh,
Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Gujarat.
Question
45.
Explain any four merits of pipeline transport in India.
Answer:
The following are the merits of pipeline transport in India:
·
Solids
(when converted into slurry), liquids and gases can be transported through
pipelines.
·
Initial
cost of laying pipelines is high but subsequent running costs are minimal.
·
Trans-shipment
of losses and delays are ruled out.
·
It is
economical to transport petroleum, natural gas, ferlilizers to interior places
of the country.
Question
46.
What is the meaning of road density? Describe any three major problems faced by
road transportation in India.
Answer:
Major problems faced by road transport are:
·
In
terms of volume of traffic and passengers, the road network is inadequate.
·
About
half of the roads are unmetalled and get damaged during the rainy season.
·
The
number of National Highways is inadequate and are poorly maintained.
·
The
roads are congested in cities and are lacking safety measures.
·
Most
of the bridges and culverts are old and narrow.
Question
47.
What is the importance of railway transport? Describe any three major problems
faced by Indian Railways.
Answer:
The following are the major problems faced by the Indian Railways:
·
Passengers
travel without ticket.
·
Thefts
and damages of railways property.
·
Unnecessary
chain pulling by the passengers cause delays.
Question
48.
Describe any four features of Indian tourism as a trade.
Answer:
Following are the features of Indian tourism as a trade:
·
Tourism
in India has grown substantially over the last three decades with the bumper increase
in foreign tourists.
·
It
provides employment and financial support to local handicrafts and cultural
pursuits.
·
India has
become a popular destination for heritage, adventure, medical and business
tourism.
·
Indian tourism has achieved
the status of maximum foreign exchange
MAP
QUESTIONS
Question 49.
On the given map of India locate and label the following with appropriate
symbols:
(l) Ttlticorin-Major seaport
(ii) Kochi-Major seaport
(iii) Kandla-Major seaport
(iv) Raja Sansi International airport or Amritsar International Airport
(v) New Mangalore-Major seaport
(vi) Paradip-Seaport
(vii) Vishakhapatnam-Major seaport
(viii) Chennai/Madras
