Correct option is A
The correct answer is (a) Srinagar to Kanyakumari.
National Highway 44 (NH-44) is the longest National Highway in India.
It connects Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir to Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu, covering a distance of about 3,745 kilometers.
NH-44 passes through several major cities and states, providing a vital north-south road corridor that facilitates the movement of goods and passengers across the country.
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National Highway | Route | Important Fact |
NH-1 | New Delhi to Attari, Punjab | Connects Delhi to the Wagah Border, facilitating trade and travel between India and Pakistan. |
NH-2 (Now part of NH-19 and NH-44) | Delhi to Kolkata | Known as the Grand Trunk Road, one of the oldest and longest roads in Asia. |
NH-3 (Now part of NH-44) | Agra to Mumbai | Passes through the Western Ghats, connecting central India to the western coast. |
NH-4 (Now part of NH-48) | Mumbai to Chennai | A crucial route for trade and transportation between Mumbai and Chennai. |
NH-7 (Now part of NH-44) | Varanasi to Kanyakumari | Was the longest highway in India before renumbering, connecting northern and southern India. |
NH-8 (Now part of NH-48) | Delhi to Mumbai | Connects two of India’s largest cities, crucial for commercial transport and economic activities. |
NH-9 (Now part of NH-65) | Pune to Machilipatnam | Connects important cities in Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh. |
NH-15 (Now part of NH-62) | Pathankot to Samakhiali | Covers Rajasthan from north to west, aiding in military logistics and trade. |
NH-16 | Kolkata to Chennai | Runs along the eastern coast, linking major ports and industrial hubs. |
NH-24 (Now part of NH-9) | Delhi to Lucknow | Connects the national capital with Uttar Pradesh’s capital, facilitating inter-city travel and commerce. |
NH-27 | Porbandar to Silchar | The second longest National Highway, enhancing east-west connectivity. |
NH-44 | Srinagar to Kanyakumari | The longest National Highway, providing a crucial north-south corridor. |
NH-48 | Delhi to Chennai (via Mumbai and Bangalore) | One of the busiest highways, linking the political capital with the financial and IT capitals. |
NH-66 | Panvel to Kanyakumari | Runs along the western coast, known for scenic coastal views and connecting important port cities. |
NH-75 | Gwalior to Dindigul | Connects central India to the southern region, passing through key cities like Jhansi and Bangalore. |
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