Question

. A dense network of railways has developed in the north Indian plains.​

Answer 1

As compared to the north-eastern and hilly regions of the country, the railway network is highly dense in the northern plains. It is an important place opted for human settlement because of the fertility of the land. Farming and dairying are the important occupations of the people.

Answer 2

Answer:

The distribution pattern of the railway network in the country has been largely influenced by physiographic, economic and administrative factors.

1. The northern plains have vast level land so it is easy and cheap to construct railway tracks.
2. The density of population is very high in northern plains which has favoured the growth of railways.
3. Rich agricultural resources have provided the most favorable conditions for the development of railways.
4. Northern plains of India have cluster of metropolitan cities which have led to the growth of railways.
5. India's national capital New Delhi is also in the northern plains. This has provided a big boost for railways to expand its network in northern plains.