Which of the following is NOT a part of urban transport infrastructure?

Correct option is A

Correct Answer: (a)
Explanation
· Irrigation canals are man-made channels used to transport water from rivers or reservoirs to agricultural fields for farming purposes.
· They are a critical component of rural and agricultural infrastructure, not urban transport.
· Urban transport infrastructure refers to the physical facilities and systems used to move people and goods within urban areas (cities and towns).
Information Booster
· Efficient urban transport is the backbone of a city's economy. It includes both public transport (metros, buses) and private transport infrastructure (roads, flyovers).
· Sustainable urban planning focuses on reducing reliance on private vehicles by promoting Mass Rapid Transit Systems (MRTS) like metros to curb pollution and congestion.
Additional Knowledge
· Metro systems (b): High-capacity, grade-separated rail systems designed specifically for commuting within a metropolitan area (e.g., Delhi Metro, Namma Metro).
· Rail networks (c): Suburban railway lines (like the Mumbai Local) serve as a lifeline for millions of daily commuters connecting suburbs to city centers.
· Highways (d): Urban highways, ring roads, and expressways are essential for managing high-volume vehicular traffic entering, exiting, or bypassing a city.