11.6. Problems

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the approximate length of national highways in India?

   Hint

   Think about the major road networks in India.

2. 2.

   Which type of road offers the most accessibility?

   Hint

   Consider roads that connect local properties directly.

3. 3.

   What is the approximate length of national highways in India?

   • 5000 km
   • 10000 km
   • 30000 km
   • 58000 km

   Hint

   Consider the infrastructure network of the country.

4. 4.

   Which type of road has the highest accessibility?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about local access versus larger road networks.

5. 5.

   If the national highway length were to reduce by 25%, what would be the new approximate length?

   Hint

   Think about how to calculate percentages.

6. 6.

   Discuss the implications on rural development if accessibility roads like village roads were improved.

   Hint

   Consider the effects on community resources and services.