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Transport Network MCQ — 137 Practice Questions with Answers

Transport Network is a World Geography topic in the RAS/RPSC syllabus. This page gathers exam-style Transport Network multiple-choice questions with correct answers and explanations, so aspirants can test recall and revise frequently examined concepts.

Practice 137 Transport Network multiple-choice questions with detailed answers and explanations. Ideal for RAS/RPSC exam preparation.

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Practice Questions

Q1. The Strait of Hormuz is often called the world's most important oil chokepoint. Which two water bodies does it connect?

A Red Sea and Arabian Sea
B Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman (Arabian Sea) Correct
C Caspian Sea and Persian Gulf
D Gulf of Oman and Bay of Bengal

Explanation

The Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman (part of the Arabian Sea). About 20% of global oil trade (approximately 17-20 million barrels per day) passes through it. It is bordered by Iran to the north and Oman/UAE to the south. Any disruption here would severely impact global energy supply.

Q2. Match the following international waterways with the water bodies they connect: List I (Waterway) — List II (Water Bodies Connected) A. Panama Canal — 1. Mediterranean Sea & Red Sea B. Suez Canal — 2. Pacific Ocean & Atlantic Ocean C. Strait of Malacca — 3. Andaman Sea & South China Sea D. Strait of Gibraltar — 4. Atlantic Ocean & Mediterranean Sea

A A-2, B-1, C-3, D-4 Correct
B A-1, B-2, C-4, D-3
C A-2, B-1, C-4, D-3
D A-3, B-2, C-1, D-4

Explanation

Correct matching: Panama Canal (A-2) connects Pacific & Atlantic Oceans; Suez Canal (B-1) connects Mediterranean Sea & Red Sea; Strait of Malacca (C-3) connects Andaman Sea & South China Sea; Strait of Gibraltar (D-4) connects Atlantic Ocean & Mediterranean Sea. These are four of the world's most strategically important waterways.

Q3. Consider the following statements: 1. The Belt and Road Initiative was launched by China in 2013. 2. The Belt and Road Initiative covers only maritime routes and excludes land corridors. 3. The Druzhba Pipeline originates in Russia from the Volga-Ural oil fields and supplies crude oil to Central and Eastern Europe. 4. The term Silk Road was coined by German geographer Ferdinand von Richthofen in 1877. Which of the statements given above are correct?

A 1 and 2 only
B 2 and 3 only
C 1 and 4 only
D 1, 3 and 4 only Correct

Explanation

Statements 1, 3 and 4 are correct. The corpus states that China launched BRI in 2013, that the Druzhba Pipeline originates in Russia's Volga-Ural oil fields and supplies Central and Eastern Europe, and that Ferdinand von Richthofen coined the term Silk Road in 1877. Statement 2 is incorrect because BRI includes both the land-based Silk Road Economic Belt and the maritime Twenty First Century Maritime Silk Road.

Q4. Consider the following statements about transport networks: 1. The Trans-Siberian Railway connects Moscow with Vladivostok across Russia. 2. The Trans-Siberian Railway is about 9,289 km long. 3. The standardized intermodal shipping container was introduced by Malcolm McLean in 1916. 4. Germany's Autobahn is a federal motorway network of about 13,200 km, with some unrestricted-speed sections. Which of the statements given above are correct?

A 1 and 3 only
B 2 and 3 only
C 1, 3 and 4 only
D 1, 2 and 4 only Correct

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct because the Trans-Siberian Railway links Moscow and Vladivostok across Russia. Statement 2 is correct because its length is given as 9,289 km. Statement 3 is incorrect because Malcolm McLean introduced the standardized intermodal shipping container in 1956, not 1916. Statement 4 is correct because the Autobahn is Germany's federal motorway network of about 13,200 km and is famous for unrestricted-speed sections.

Q5. Consider the following statements: 1. Approximately 99% of international internet data is transmitted through submarine cables. 2. The first successful transatlantic telegraph cable was laid in 1858. 3. Modern submarine cables use fiber-optic technology. 4. Submarine cables today are solely owned and operated by governments. Which of the statements given above are correct?

A 1 and 4 only
B 2 and 4 only
C 1, 2 and 3 only Correct
D 1, 2, 3 and 4

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct because about 99% of international internet data travels through submarine cables. Statement 2 is correct because the first transatlantic telegraph cable was completed in 1858, although the permanent cable came in 1866. Statement 3 is correct because modern cables use fiber-optic technology. Statement 4 is incorrect because today's submarine cables are mostly owned by private consortia of telecom companies and technology firms, not solely by governments.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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There are 137 Transport Network practice MCQs available on Aspirant Academy, with detailed answers and explanations for each question.
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Yes, every Transport Network question comes with the correct answer and a detailed explanation to help you understand the underlying concept.
How is Transport Network relevant to the RAS/RPSC exam?
Transport Network falls under the World Geography section of the RAS/RPSC syllabus. It is a frequently tested area and regular practice with these MCQs will strengthen your preparation.
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