Correct option is A
Ans. (a)
The total length of roads in Rajasthan as of 31st March, 2020, was 2,69,028.16 km.
Explanation:
This includes all types of roads, such as national highways, state highways, district roads, and rural roads. Rajasthan's road network is essential for connectivity in a state with challenging desert terrain.
Information Booster:
1. Rajasthan has the second-largest road network in India after Uttar Pradesh.
2. The road density in Rajasthan is relatively low due to the large desert area.
3. Major highways like NH 8 and NH 11 connect Rajasthan to other states.
4. The Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) has improved rural connectivity.
5. Recent initiatives focus on widening highways and creating expressways.
Additional Knowledge:
· National Highways: NH 48 (formerly NH 8) is one of the most significant highways passing through Jaipur, connecting Delhi and Mumbai.
· State Highways: Connect major cities and towns within Rajasthan.
· Rural Roads: Critical for connecting remote villages in desert and tribal regions.
· Expressways: The Delhi-Mumbai Expressway under construction will further enhance connectivity.
