Question

These roads link important cities, like capitals of states and ports. They are well-planned and wide roads. Generally, they can have two lanes, four lanes and even six lanes. Which of the following is being referred to here?

• A. State Highways
• B. District Roads
• C. Multipurpose Roads
• D. National Highways

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

The roads in India are classified into four kinds - National highways, State highways, District roads, and Village roads. National Highways are the roads that link important cities, capitals of states and ports. These wide roads are well-planned and have two, four and even six lanes.
National Highways are under the purview of the central government and are managed by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).