Indian Geography UPPSC 2006 GS-I
Question

Which one of the following is known as "Satellite Town"?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Ghaziabad

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Ghaziabad”.

The term "Satellite Town" typically refers to a smaller town near a larger city, often developed to alleviate the population pressure on the main city. Among the options provided, (3) Ghaziabad is commonly referred to as a satellite town of Delhi, as it is located close to the Indian capital and serves as a residential area for many people who work in Delhi.

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