Name the agency entrusted with the responsibility of development, maintenance and operation of National Highways in India.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → NHAI
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) was operationalised in 1995. It is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Surface Transport. It is entrusted with the responsibility of development, maintenance and operation of National Highways. This is also the apex body to improve the quality of the roads designated as National Highways.