In India, which mode of transport provides door-to-door services?

Correct option is B

Correct Answer: (b) Road transport
Explanation: Road transport is the only mode of transport in India that offers door-to-door services. This is due to its flexibility, extensive network, and ability to reach even remote areas. Road transport ensures both goods and passengers can directly reach their destinations without requiring additional modes of transport for last-mile connectivity.
Information Booster:
· Road Transport is the most preferred mode for short to medium distances due to its convenience.
· It includes national highways, state highways, and rural and urban roads.
· It is versatile, supporting both freight and passenger movement across the country.
· Road transport accounts for over 65% of the freight and 80% of passenger movement in India.
· Waterways: Suitable for bulk goods over long distances but restricted to navigable rivers and coastal areas. Lacks door-to-door connectivity.
· Road Transport: Correct answer; offers maximum reach and flexibility, connecting rural, urban, and remote areas.
· Railways: Ideal for bulk and long-distance transport but requires terminals for loading/unloading, lacking direct connectivity.
· Airways: Fastest mode of transport, suitable for long-distance passenger movement but limited to urban areas and requires additional road connectivity for last-mile delivery.