Transport & Communication — Set 6
Geography · परिवहन और संचार · Questions 51–60 of 70
The first international airport in India to be built under a public-private partnership (PPP) is?
Correct Answer: C. Cochin International Airport
Cochin International Airport (CIAL) was the first in India developed under the PPP model. It involved participation from the state government, NRI investors, and the public. It is also the first airport in the world to be fully powered by solar energy.
Which is the longest railway tunnel in India?
Correct Answer: A. Pir Panjal Railway Tunnel
The Pir Panjal Railway Tunnel (also known as Banihal railway tunnel) is the longest in India, measuring 11.2 km. It is part of the Jammu-Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link project. It passes through the Pir Panjal mountain range in the Himalayas.
Which port in India is the only major riverine port?
Correct Answer: B. Kolkata Port (Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port)
Kolkata Port, recently renamed Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, is the only major riverine port in India. It is situated on the banks of the Hooghly River. It has a vast hinterland comprising the whole of North-Eastern India.
The 'National Waterway-2' (NW-2) is located on which river?
Correct Answer: C. Brahmaputra
National Waterway-2 is a section of the Brahmaputra River between Sadiya and Dhubri in Assam. It spans 891 kilometers. It is a crucial waterway for the transportation of goods in the North-Eastern region.
In which year was the 'Air India' airline officially nationalized?
Correct Answer: A. 1953
Air India was nationalized in 1953 through the Air Corporations Act. It was originally founded by J.R.D. Tata as Tata Airlines in 1932. Recently, in 2022, the airline was officially handed back to the Tata Group.
Which is the largest shipyard in India?
Correct Answer: D. Cochin Shipyard, Kochi
Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) is the largest shipbuilding and maintenance facility in India. It has the capacity to build and repair the largest vessels, including aircraft carriers. It is located in the port city of Kochi, Kerala.
Which organization is responsible for the development and maintenance of National Highways in India?
Correct Answer: C. National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)
NHAI is the nodal agency responsible for the development, maintenance, and management of National Highways. It functions under the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. It was operationalized in 1995.
The first train in India (1853) ran for a distance of approximately?
Correct Answer: B. 34 km
The first passenger train in India covered a distance of 34 km (21 miles). It ran between Mumbai and Thane with 14 carriages and 400 guests. The journey took about 57 minutes to complete.
Which city is known as the 'Nerve Centre' of the Indian Railway network, having three major railway zone headquarters?
Correct Answer: C. Kolkata
Kolkata is the only city in India that serves as the headquarters for three railway zones. These are the Eastern Railway, South Eastern Railway, and Kolkata Metro. This makes it a critical hub for the national rail network.
The first railway line in India was opened in which year?
Correct Answer: D. 1853
The first railway line was opened on April 16, 1853. It ran between Bombay (Bori Bunder) and Thane. This marked the start of the Indian Railways system.