Question

Explain the importance of railways as a means of transport in a country. What are its merits?

Answer 1

Rail transport is also known as train transport. It is a means of transport, on vehicles which run on tracks . It is one of the most important, commonly used and very cost effective modes of commuting and goods carriage over long, as well as, short distances.
The benefits of choosing rail transportation are:
It is much faster and more reliable as it is least affected by weather conditions and traffic jams. Railway transport can carry larger volumes over greater distances, making it more economical, and much quicker for transporting.