Explain major problems faced by road transport in India

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Explain any three major problems faced by road transport in India.

Answer

Major problems faced by road transport:

1. The road network is inadequate.

2. About half of the roads are unmetalled.

3. This limits their usage during the rainy season.

4. The roadways are highly congested in cities.

5. Most of the bridges ad culverts are old and narrow.

6. Most of the roads are not fit for smooth running.