Which one of the following National Highways passes through Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh and Orissa?
✓ Correct answer: c) NH 6
ExplanationNational Highway 53, formerly known as NH 6, is a major east-west artery in India’s National Highway network.It originates in Hazira, Gujarat, on the western coast and ter- minates in Kolkata, West Bengal, on the eastern coast.This extensive route traverses a significant swathe of central India, connecting diverse regions and facilitating the movement of peo- ple and goods across the country.The highway runs through six states: Gujarat, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Jharkhand, and West Bengal.This broad coverage underscores its importance as a vital link between different parts of the na- tion.UPSC GS Paper-I PYQs 428 365
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