Question 12 - MCQ Questions (1 Mark) - Chapter 5 Class 10 Geography - Minerals and Energy Resources - Geography

What is the current length of India's gas infrastructure and what is the expected length with the completion of Gas Grid?

A. Current length is 18,500 km and expected length is 34,000 km

B. Current length is 1,700 km and expected length is 18,500 km

C. Current length is 34,000 km and expected length is 1,700 km

D. Current length is 10,000 km and expected length is 50,000 km

Answer:

So, the correct answer is (A): Current length is 18,500 km and expected length is 34,000 km.

Explanation 

• Overall, India’s gas infrastructure has expanded over ten times from 1,700 km to 18,500 km of cross-country pipelines. 
• It is expected to soon reach over 34, 000 km as Gas Grid by linking all gas sources and consuming markets across the country including North Eastern states.