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Transport and Communication — Revision Notes
ICSE · Class 12 · Geography
Transport and Communication revision notes for ICSE Class 12 Geography: 4 topics in quick points. Part of the ICSE Class 12 Geography syllabus.
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Key Topics to Revise
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1. Transport: Meaning and Importance
- Transport is a system in which passengers and goods move from one place to another.
- Transport routes are the basic economic arteries of the country.
- Transport links production with consumption and supports economic growth.
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2. Rail Transport
- Indian railways are the main artery of inland transport and act as the lifeline of the country.
- Railways carry both passengers and freight on a large scale.
- Real progress in Indian railways started only after 1857.
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3. Road Transport
- Roads have existed in India for the last 5,000 years.
- Ashoka and Chandragupta made early efforts to construct roads.
- Real progress in road development was made during the Mughal period.
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4. Water Transport
- Water transport includes inland waterways and oceanic routes.
- Inland waterways were the chief mode of transportation before railways.
- Waterways are the cheapest means of transport and suit heavy and bulky goods.
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Transport is a system inLandIndian railways are the main inlandRoads have existed in IndiaRoad density = length of roads
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important topics in Transport and Communication for ICSE Class 12 Geography?
Key topics in Transport and Communication include Transport: Meaning and Importance, Rail Transport, Road Transport, Water Transport. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the ICSE Class 12 board exam.
How should I revise Transport and Communication for the ICSE Class 12 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 70 practice questions on Transport and Communication. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.
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