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Transport — Revision Notes
ICSE · Class 10 · Geography
Transport revision notes for ICSE Class 10 Geography: 4 topics in quick points. Includes Importance and Significance of Transport, Roadways and Railways.
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Importance and Significance of Transport
- Transport helps in the movement of raw materials, finished goods, labour, and passengers.
- It supports trade, commerce, and industry by linking producers with consumers.
- It helps in the growth of agriculture and industry by moving goods to markets and ports.
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Roadways
- India has a road network over 5 lakh km as on 31 March 2016, the second largest road network in the world.
- About 65% of freight and 80% of traffic is carried by roads.
- Road transport is important because it provides door-to-door service.
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Railways
- Indian Railways is India's national railway system operated by the Ministry of Railways.
- The first railway line was laid between Bombay and Thane in 1853.
- Indian Railways manages the fourth largest railway network in the world by size with 1.2 lakh km of total track.
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Airways
- Air transport is the fastest mode of transport.
- Air transport was nationalized in 1953.
- Air transport reduces geographical distance and connects distant places quickly.
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Transport moves raw materialsRoad transport is the most widelyRoads are classified into expresswaysNational Highways are maintained by CPWDThe Golden Quadrilateral is a highway
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important topics in Transport for ICSE Class 10 Geography?
Key topics in Transport include Importance and Significance of Transport, Roadways, Railways, Airways. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the ICSE Class 10 board exam.
How should I revise Transport for the ICSE Class 10 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 43 practice questions on Transport. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.
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