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Lifelines of National Economy

Madhya Pradesh Board · Class 10 · Social Science

Summary of Lifelines of National Economy for Madhya Pradesh Board Class 10 Social Science. Key concepts, important points, and chapter overview.

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A hierarchical diagram showing the classification of roads in India: National Highways, State Highways, Major District Roads, Rural Roads, and Other Roads (Border Roads, International Highways).
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Overview

Transport, communication, and trade form the support system of a country’s economy. Efficient roads, railways, pipelines, waterways, airways, postal services, media, and international trade connect production areas with markets and people with information. India’s large size, diverse terrain, and wi

Key Concepts

India has the second largest road

India has the second largest road network in the world, about 62.16 lakh km. Roads came before railways in India and are easier and cheaper to build a

Roads are grouped into Golden Quadrilateral

Roads are grouped into Golden Quadrilateral Super Highways, National Highways, State Highways, District Roads, Other Roads, and Border Roads. They are

Border Roads Organisation was established

Border Roads Organisation was established in 1960 to build and maintain roads in border areas. It developed Atal Tunnel, the world’s longest highway t

Railways are the principal mode

Railways are the principal mode of transport for passengers and freight in India. The first train steamed off from Mumbai to Thane in 1853, covering 3

Railway development is easier in flat

Railway development is easier in flat and densely populated plains, while mountainous regions, deserts, swamps, forests, and rough relief create diffi

Learning Objectives

  • Understand why transport and communication are called the lifelines of the national economy.
  • Describe the main features of roadways, railways, pipelines, waterways, airways, and communication systems in India.
  • Identify the major ports and their special roles in trade.
  • Explain the meaning of international trade and balance of trade.
  • Recognise the role of transport and communication in economic growth and national integration.

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