Development of Indian Railways and Transport Networks
History ⇒ Modern Indian History
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Describe one way in which the development of transport networks contributed to the growth of Indian nationalism.
Describe the role of Indian railways in the freedom movement.
Describe the role of Indian railways in the integration of the Indian market.
Explain how the development of railways affected the Indian economy during the colonial period.
Explain how the development of transport networks affected the movement of goods in India.
Explain the term 'broad gauge' in the context of Indian railways.
Explain the term 'meter gauge' as used in Indian railways.
Read the following passage and answer the question: 'By the late 19th century, the expansion of railways in India had led to the emergence of new markets and the integration of distant regions. However, it also resulted in the decline of some local industries.' Explain how the development of railways could have both positive and negative effects on local economies.
When was the first railway line in India opened for public transport? (1) 1853 (2) 1869 (3) 1901 (4) 1847
Which city was connected to Calcutta by the first long-distance railway line in eastern India? (1) Delhi (2) Bombay (3) Howrah (4) Madras
Which of the following is NOT a type of railway gauge used in India? (1) Broad gauge (2) Narrow gauge (3) Standard gauge (4) Meter gauge
Which of the following is the correct order of transport development in India during the British period? (1) Railways, Roads, Airways (2) Roads, Railways, Airways (3) Airways, Railways, Roads (4) Railways, Airways, Roads
Fill in the blank: The _______ Act of 1869 allowed private companies to build and operate railways in India.
Fill in the blank: The _______ railway company was responsible for the first railway line in India.
Fill in the blank: The _______ system was introduced to ensure a fixed return to investors in Indian railways.
Fill in the blank: The first electric train in India ran between _______ and _______ in 1925.
True or False: The British built railways in India mainly to benefit Indian farmers.
True or False: The British built roads in India mainly for the benefit of Indian villagers.
True or False: The development of railways in India was mainly initiated by the British colonial government.
True or False: The Indian railways are the largest employer in India today.
