Golden Quadrilateral

• What is the Golden Quadrilateral (GQ) project in India?

• A highway network connecting Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata to improve transportation and trade.

• A program to develop urban infrastructure in metropolitan areas.
• A railway network connecting the northern and southern states of India.
• A project to build airports in all major cities of India.

• Which prime minister's dream was the Golden Quadrilateral project based on?

• Manmohan Singh
• Narendra Modi
• Rajiv Gandhi
• Atal Bihari Vajpayee

• Which four cities are connected by the Golden Quadrilateral highway?

• Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, Jaipur
• Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata
• Chennai, Kolkata, Lucknow, Nagpur
• Delhi, Ahmedabad, Surat, Kanpur

• When was the Golden Quadrilateral project launched?

• How long is the Golden Quadrilateral highway?

• 5000 kilometers
• 4500 kilometers
• 5846 kilometers
• 7000 kilometers

• What was the estimated cost of the Golden Quadrilateral project? How much did it actually cost?

• Estimated cost: $6 billion; Actual cost: $10 billion
• Estimated cost: $10 billion; Actual cost: $12 billion
• Estimated cost: $4 billion; Actual cost: $8 billion
• Estimated cost: $5 billion; Actual cost: $7 billion

• How did the Golden Quadrilateral project help improve transportation in India?

• Connecting major cities, reducing travel time and costs, and enhancing trade.

• It primarily aimed at improving air travel in India.
• The project increased travel time and costs significantly.
• It only focused on rural areas without connecting cities.

• Why is the Golden Quadrilateral project important for India's economy?

• The project aims to reduce the number of vehicles on the road.
• It is designed to enhance rural agricultural practices.
• It primarily focuses on improving air travel efficiency.
• It enhances connectivity, reduces transportation costs, and stimulates trade and economic growth.

• What are some of the benefits of the Golden Quadrilateral for farmers and industries?

• Increased water supply for irrigation
• Higher crop yields without additional effort
• Improved market access, reduced transportation costs, faster delivery times.

• Decreased reliance on technology for farming

What is the future plan for the Golden Quadrilateral project?

• There are plans to reduce the number of lanes on the highways.
• The project will be completely abandoned due to budget cuts.
• Upgrading and expanding the road network for better connectivity and safety.

• The focus will shift to building new airports instead of roads.