Geography Transportation system of India

Q. With reference to National Highways Development Project (NHDP), consider the following statements: 1. Belgaum and Nellore lie on the Golden Quadrilateral. 2. Vadodara and Jhansi lie on the East – West Corridor. 3. Ambala and Kanpur lie on the North – South Corridor. Which of these statements is/are correct ?

A
1 and 2
B
1, 2 and 3
C
2 and 3
D
1 only

Correct Answer

1 only

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