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Social Science · 2022 · 2 marks
CBSE 2022 · Region 1 · Set 3 · Q2
Examine the significance of railways as a means of transport, with two arguments.
Marking-scheme solution
(i) Railways are the principal mode of transportation for freight and passengers in India.
(ii) Railways conduct multifarious activities like business, sightseeing, and pilgrimage.
(iii) Railways have been a great integrating force.
(iv) Railways in India bind the economic life of the country.
(v) Accelerate the development of the industry and agriculture.
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