Question
Explain how transportation and communication help in the economic development of a country.
Answer
The role of transport is of utmost importance for the economic development of a country. The pace of development depends upon the level of infrastructural and transport facilities. We know that transport system connects cities and towns with one another. It can help the people to send the surplus production to different markets and in return help the country in its economic growth.
Communication means exchange of ideas and views from one person to another. Communication networks have become very important for exchanging knowledge and ideas which, in turn, contribute to the economic development. In this way transportation and communication help in the economic development of a country.