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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

In which state the Central Government approves National Highway project to connect two sacred places?

A	Punjab
B	Assam
C	Madhya Pradesh
D	Uttar Pradesh

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -This project is managed by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) under the Ministry of Road, Transport and Highways. The NHDP represents 49, 260 km of roads and highways work and construction in order to boost economic development of the country.

Detailed explanation-2: -The correct answer is Uttar Pradesh. Uttar Pradesh has the longest network of National Highways in India. Only three other states of Rajasthan, Maharashtra & Gujarat have a route length of more than 5000 Kms.

Detailed explanation-3: -NHDP Phase I which was approved by Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) in December 2000 at an estimated cost of Rs. 30, 300 crore (1999 prices) comprises 5, 846 km of Golden Quadrilateral, 981 km of NS-EW corridors, 380 km of Port Connectivity and 315 km of other National Highways, a total of 7, 522 km.

Detailed explanation-4: -National Highways Authority of India or NHAI Headquarters of the NHAI – New Delhi. It operates under the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.

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