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

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