UPPSC 2018 GS-I Indian Geography
Question

Which of the following States ranks first in India in length of roads?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: Uttar Pradesh

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Uttar Pradesh”.

Maharashtra > Uttar Pradesh > Rajasthan > Andhra Pradesh

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