Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Transport and Communcation

Question:

Identify the organisation responsible for the construction and maintenance of roads in the border areas of India.

Options:

Public Works Department

National Highway Authority of India

Respective Border State Governments

Border Road Organisation

Correct Answer:

Border Road Organisation

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4) → Border Road Organisation

The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) is the government agency responsible for the construction and maintenance of roads in the border areas of India. It operates under the Ministry of Defence and plays a crucial role in strengthening infrastructure in remote and strategic regions, especially along international borders.