Correct option is B
Introduction
India's road network is classified into National Highways, State Highways, Major District Roads, Other District Roads, and Village Roads. Different agencies are responsible for their construction and maintenance.
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(B) State Highways are constructed and maintained by the Border Roads Organisation. ❌ Incorrect
- State Highways are generally constructed and maintained by the State Public Works Department (PWD) or the respective State Government.
- The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) mainly constructs and maintains strategic roads in border areas, high-altitude regions, and areas of national security importance.
✔ This statement is NOT correct.
Why the other options are correct?
(A) ✔
- National Highways are developed and maintained mainly through the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) under the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.
- (The option says "Corporation"; the intended agency is Authority, i.e., NHAI.)
(C) ✔
- District roads are generally maintained by Zilla Parishads or local district authorities, depending on the state.
(D) ✔
- Village roads are primarily maintained by Village Panchayats and rural development agencies.
Additional Knowledge
Road Classification in India
Road Type | Main Responsible Agency |
|---|---|
National Highways (NH) | National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) / Ministry of Road Transport & Highways |
State Highways (SH) | State Public Works Department (PWD) |
Major/District Roads | Zilla Parishads / State PWD |
Village Roads | Gram Panchayats / Rural Development Departments |
Border Roads | Border Roads Organisation (BRO) |
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