Question

Which of the following can be possible benefits of the Bharatmala Programme?
1. Improvement in highway connectivity
2. Efficiency in traffic movement.
3. Enhancement of port infrastructure.
4. Improvement in corridor connectivity.
Select the correct option using the codes given below.

• A. 1 and 2
• B. 2 and 3
• C. 2, 3 and 4
• D. 1, 2 and 4

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

1, 2 and 4

Bharatmala will look to improve connectivity particularly on economic corridors, border areas and far flung areas with an aim of quicker movement of cargo and boosting exports. It shall enable to connect 550 Districts in the country through National highway linkages. Once implemented shall optimize the efficiency of traffic movement on roads across the country through adoption of a coherent corridor approach.