Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Transport and Communcation

Question:

Which of the following statements is correct about the Konkan railways?

Options:

It was constructed in 1998.

It is 760-km long rail route connecting Roha in Maharashtra to Mangalore in Karnataka.

It crosses 146 rivers, and streams, nearly 2000 bridges and 91 tunnels.

All of the above.

Correct Answer:

All of the above.

Explanation:

One of the important achievements of the Indian Railways has been the construction of Konkan Railway in 1998. It is 760-km long rail route connecting Roha in Maharashtra to Mangalore in Karnataka. It is considered an engineering marvel. It crosses 146 rivers, streams, nearly 2000 bridges and 91 tunnels. Asia’s largest tunnel which is nearly 6.5 km long, also lies on this route. The states of Maharashtra, Goa and Karnataka are partners in this undertaking.