Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Transport and Communcation

Question:

The length of 'Atal Tunnel' is:

Options:

7.02 km

9.02 km

11.02 km

13.03 km

Correct Answer:

9.02 km

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → 9.02 km

  • The World's longest Highway tunnel - Atal Tunnel (9.02 Km) has been built by Border Road Organisation.
  • This tunnel connects Manali to LahaulSpiti valley throughout the year. Earlier the valley was cut off for about 6 months each year owing to heavy snowfall.
  • The Tunnel is built with ultra-modern specifications in the Pir Panjal range of Himalayas at an altitude of 3000 metres from the Mean Sea Level (MSL).