Geography: Lifelines of National Economy · Class 10 · CBSE Social Science
Explain why transport and communication are called the lifelines of a national economy. Give three reasons. (3 marks)
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Explain why transport and communication are called the lifelines of a national economy. Give three reasons. (3 marks)
Solution
Transport links production centres, markets and consumers, while communication enables the quick exchange of information. Both are essential for trade, administration, employment and the movement of people and goods, so they support the functioning and integration of the national economy.
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