Question
Discuss the classification of Indian roads according to their importance.
Solution
The roads in India can be classified into the following categories according to their importance:
(i) National Highways : These roads connect state capitals, big cities, important centres of trade and commerce and important ports. They also connect the distant most parts of India. The Central Public Works Department is responsible for their construction and maintenance.
(ii) State Highways : These roads connect state capital with district headquarters and other important cities. These are also connected with national highways. The State Public Works Department is responsible for their construction and maintenance.
(iii) District Roads : These roads connected district headquarter with important towns and villages of the district.
(iv) Village Roads : These roads are generally unsurfaced roads. They connect the villages with nearby towns. The local institutions look to the maintenance of these roads.
(v) Border Roads : These are constructed and maintained by the Border Roads Organisation set up by the Central Government. It is a premier multifaceted construction agency.
