Question 2945
The East-West Corridor, which is a part of the Golden Quadrilateral Super Highway, will connect which two states?
Answer
Assam and Gujarat
Why?
The correct answer is Assam and Gujarat . Key Points The East-West Corridor is an integral part of India's ambitious Golden Quadrilateral Super Highway project , aimed at improving road connectivity across the country. It connects the states of Assam in the northeast to Gujarat in the west, covering a substantial distance and facilitating inter-state trade and travel. This corridor runs from Silchar (Assam) in the east to Porbandar (Gujarat) in the west, crossing multiple states and serving as a vital route for economic activities. The project was developed under the National Highways Development Project (NHDP) and is overseen by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) . The East-West Corridor aims to boost regional connectivity , encourage industrialization, and reduce travel time across its route. Additional Information Golden Quadrilateral Super Highway: The Golden Quadrilateral (GQ) is a network of highways connecting the four major metropolitan cities of India: Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata . This project was launched in 1999 by the Indian government under the Bharatmala Pariyojana . It comprises four major highway projects: North-South Corridor, East-West Corridor, Golden Quadrilateral, and Port Connectivity Highways. It spans approximately 5,846 km and aims to enhance economic growth and infrastructure development. Geographical Reach: The East-West Corridor passes through several states, including Assam, West Bengal, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Gujarat , creating a vital link between the eastern and western parts of India. The starting point of the corridor is Silchar (Assam), and the endpoint is Porbandar (Gujarat). This corridor contributes to the overall connectivity and accessibility within India's northeastern and western regions.
