Give three reasons to explain why there is a dense network of railways over the North Indian Plains.
i. It has level land, rich agriculture and high density of population.
ii. There are no flood plains.
iii. These regions also has higher economic activities.
i. Mention two demerits of road transport.
ii. Name the terminal towns of :
1. National Highway Number 1.
2. National Highway Number 2.
Pipelines are a very convenient mode of transport mode of transportation, yet there are difficulties in using them. Enumerate two difficulties in using pipelines as a mode of transport.
i. Name the agro-based industry located near the Deccan Trap Region.
ii. Mention two important factors responsible for the location of the industry, in the above-mentioned region.
i. What is the difference between 'foot loose' and 'Key' industries ?
ii. Give one example of each of the industries mentioned in (i) above.
i. The availability of which two factors, determines the localisation of the aluminium industry ?
ii. Name two products made from aluminium.
