Civil Engineering MCQJE Level Civil Engineering
The classification of roads in India under the National Highways Act includes:
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Choose the correct answer
A
Only two categories: urban and rural
B
NH, SH, MDR, ODR, and Village Roads — in descending order of importance
C
Only Expressways and NH
D
A, B, C, D classification by terrain only
Correct Answer
B. NH, SH, MDR, ODR, and Village Roads — in descending order of importance
Why is this the answer?
India road hierarchy: National Highways (NH) — connecting state capitals, major ports, international borders; State Highways (SH); Major District Roads (MDR); Other District Roads (ODR); Village Roads (VR). NH designed for higher speeds (100–120 km/h on plains). Managed by MoRTH / NHAI.
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