Give three reasons to explain why there is a dense network of railways over the North Indian Plains.
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.
Mention two advantages of mini cement plants.
i. It provides employment to rural and remote areas.
ii. Helps in dispersal of production capacity and reduce strain on transportation infrastructure.
i. The availability of which two factors, determines the localisation of the aluminium industry ?
ii. Name two products made from aluminium.
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. 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.