Transport communication population density and distribution in Tamil Nadu and India. - One Line Questions
1.
The 'National Waterways Act, 2016' declared how many waterways as National Waterways? —
101
2.
The population density of India is approximately: —
382 persons per sq. km
3.
Which is the main driver for population concentration in the plains of Northern India? —
Fertile alluvial soil and availability of water
4.
Which internet service provider has the largest subscriber base in India? —
Jio
5.
Which of the following factors is LEAST likely to influence population distribution in Tamil Nadu? —
Presence of volcanoes
6.
Which project aims to develop inland waterways as a cost-effective and eco-friendly mode of transport in India? —
Jal Marg Vikas
7.
Which is the primary mode of transport for long-distance passenger travel in India? —
Trains
8.
Which district in Tamil Nadu has the lowest population density? —
Nilgiris
9.
Which of the following is NOT a major port in Tamil Nadu? —
Kochi Port
10.
Which is the busiest airport in Tamil Nadu in terms of passenger traffic? —
Chennai International Airport
11.
The 'Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana' focuses on: —
Improving rural road connectivity
12.
The 'Samruddhi Mahamarg' is a major expressway project connecting which cities in India? —
Mumbai and Nagpur
13.
Which of the following is a planned industrial corridor in Tamil Nadu aimed at improving logistics and transport? —
Bengaluru-Chennai Industrial Corridor
14.
The 'Gati Shakti' initiative is a master plan for: —
Integrated multi-modal logistics infrastructure
15.
What is the primary objective of the 'Bharatmala Pariyojana'? —
Development of National Highways
16.
The 'Puducherry' region, geographically part of Tamil Nadu, has its own specific transport infrastructure. Which mode is significant for its connectivity? —
Major highway connections and port facilities
17.
The 'Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana' is a social security scheme for: —
Senior citizens
18.
Which of the following is a key challenge for transport development in the Himalayan region of India? —
Geographical and climatic constraints
19.
Which region in India generally experiences the highest population density? —
North Indian Plains
20.
Which of the following districts in Tamil Nadu has the highest population density? —
Chennai
21.
Which of the following is a major seaport on the east coast of Tamil Nadu? —
Tuticorin Port
22.
What is the main form of communication that has witnessed the most rapid growth in India in recent years? —
Mobile telephony
23.
Which city in Tamil Nadu is a major hub for the IT and ITES sector, contributing to its connectivity needs? —
Chennai
24.
The Chennai Metro Rail project aims to improve connectivity within which city and its suburbs? —
Chennai
25.
The Southern Railway headquarters is located in which city? —
Chennai
26.
Which is the main railway division in Tamil Nadu that handles a significant portion of passenger and freight traffic? —
Chennai Division
27.
Which of the following is a major international airport in Tamil Nadu, besides Chennai? —
All of the above
28.
Which state in India has the largest road network? —
Uttar Pradesh
29.
The Golden Quadrilateral project connects which major metropolitan cities? —
Mumbai, Kolkata, Delhi, Chennai
30.
Which is the longest national highway passing through Tamil Nadu? —
NH 44
31.
Which national highway connects Chennai to Kanyakumari? —
NH 44
32.
The 'Pamban Bridge' connects the mainland of Tamil Nadu to which island? —
Rameswaram Island
33.
The 'National Broadband Network' aims to provide high-speed internet access to: —
Rural and urban areas across India
34.
The density of population in India is highest in the: —
Great Northern Plains
35.
The first fully automated coach factory in India is located in which city of Tamil Nadu? —
Perambur (Chennai)
36.
The 'Digital India' initiative aims to improve connectivity and digital literacy across the country, impacting communication: —
Across various digital platforms
37.
The 'Sagar Mala Programme' aims to enhance port infrastructure and connectivity to: —
Facilitate international trade and domestic shipping
38.
Which mode of transport is most crucial for connecting remote areas in mountainous regions of India? —
Roadways
39.
The 'National Rural Employment Guarantee Act' (NREGA) aims to provide employment, which indirectly impacts rural transport by: —
Improving local infrastructure and connectivity
40.
The 'Sagarmala Project' aims to develop which sector? —
Port-led Industrial Development
41.
What is the primary mode of freight transport in India? —
Railways
42.
The 'Piyush Goyal' committee was associated with the development of which sector? —
Railways
43.
The highest population density in Tamil Nadu is observed in: —
Urban centers
44.
The 'Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor' primarily serves which region? —
North India
45.
The 'National Highway Authority of India' (NHAI) is responsible for the development and maintenance of: —
National highways
46.
Which of the following communication technologies has revolutionized information dissemination in India? —
Internet and mobile phones
47.
The density of population is calculated as: —
Total Population / Total Area
48.
Which port in Tamil Nadu is a major container terminal? —
Chennai Port
49.
The population distribution in India is characterized by: —
High concentration in river valleys and coastal plains
50.
Which of the following is a significant factor influencing population distribution in India? —
Availability of water