Question

Access to transportation and communication facilities are essential for the development of industries.’ Justify the statement with suitable example.

Answer 1

1. Speedy and efficient transport facilities to carry raw materials to the factory and to move finished goods to the market are essential for the development of industries.
2. The cost of transport plays an important role in the location of industrial units.
3. Western Europe and eastern North America have a highly developed transport system, which has always induced the concentration of industries in these areas.
4. Modern industry is inseparably tied to transportation systems.
5. Improvements in transportation led to integrated economic development and regional specialization of manufacturing.