Question

Which of the following statements are correct about the developments in the second half of the 19th century?

• A. Telecommunication lines were setup by the British.
• B. The first airport was made in Juhu.
• C. Railway lines were increased.
• D. Mass media like television was introduced.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (C)

Railway lines were increased.

As early as 1884 the telephone was combined with the telegram service in the major cities of British India. Juhu airport was made in 1928. Railway lines in India were increased for fast transportation of goods. Television was introduced only in the later twentieth century.