Match the infrastructure development during colonial period in India with its corresponding purpose:
A) Railways
B) Roads
C) Electric telegraph
D) Canals
Objective:
1. Mobilizing the army and transporting raw materials
2. Maintaining law and order
3. Enhancing long-distance travel and breaking geographical barriers
4. Developing inland trade and sea lanes
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option 4: A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4
A) Railways - Enhancing long-distance travel and breaking geographical barriers
B) Roads - Mobilizing the army and transporting raw materials
C) Electric telegraph - Maintaining law and order
D) Canals - Developing inland trade and sea lanes