Question

    The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $295

    million loan to widen and upgrade around 265 kilometers of state highways, improving transport connectivity and safety in the state of ______ in India.
    A Uttarakhand Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Bihar Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Tamil Nadu Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Kerala Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

      The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $295 million loan to widen and upgrade around 265 kilometers of state highways, improving transport connectivity and safety in the state of Bihar in India.   The highways will be upgraded with climate- and disaster-resilient design, road safety elements, and other features that will respond to the needs of the elderly, women, children, and people with disabilities.   The project will also encourage women’s participation by providing employment to female workers in construction works.

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