Question

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Railways are the principal mode of transportation for freight and passengers in India. Railways also make it possible to conduct many activities like business, sightseeing and pilgrimage along with the transportation of goods over longer distances. The Northern Plains with their vast fertile level land have helped in the development of agricultural activities in Northern India. The Indian railways have helped in the movement of agricultural goods from Northern India to various parts of the country. Konkan Railway along the west coast of India connects the states of Maharashtra, Goa and Karnataka. Konkan railway has helped in supplying fruits, fruit pulps, condiments, steel, minerals like bauxite, glassware, leather goods, etc.

Questions:

1. Explain the factors affecting the supply of agricultural goods.
2. Name the agricultural and non-agricultural products supplied by Konkan Railway.

Answer 1

1. Transportation infrastructure, the availability of natural resources, and other factors all have an impact on the supply of agricultural goods.
2. Konkan Railway provides both agricultural and non-agricultural products, such as steel, bauxite, glassware, leather goods, fruits, fruit pulps, and sauces.