In Road Transport in India, which term combines the facts “it was developed under the National Highways Development Project” and “a major highway network linking Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata”?

Correct Answer: Option A — Golden Quadrilateral. Golden Quadrilateral is correct because it is a major highway network linking Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata. Golden Quadrilateral is also specifically associated with it was developed under the National Highways Development Project. Two additional identifying facts are that Golden Quadrilateral is it was developed under the National Highways Development Project and Golden Quadrilateral is associated with it improves long-distance road connectivity between industrial and urban centres. Why the other options are incorrect: • Option B — North-South and East-West Corridor: North-South and East-West Corridor is a national highway development corridor crossing India in two broad axes. It is incorrect here because its separate identifying association is the East-West axis links Silchar with Porbandar. • Option C — Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana: Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana is a rural-road programme focused on eligible unconnected habitations. It is incorrect here because its separate identifying association is rural links improve access to markets, schools and health services. • Option D — National Highway: National Highway is a nationally designated arterial road connecting major regions. It is incorrect here because its separate identifying association is these routes connect capitals, ports, industrial centres and border areas. Exam Takeaway: Connect Golden Quadrilateral with “a major highway network linking Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata” and “it was developed under the National Highways Development Project”.