Question

How do the physiography and economic factors influence the distribution pattern of the Indian railways network

Answer 1

factors which influences the distribution of railways are-
: the level lands of great plain of northern India favour railway here.
: good agricultural activities & rich population here also support the railways in northern India.
on the other hand the flood plains of Bihar Assam,ruged topography of Himalayas are unfamiliar to the railway networks.
: the desert of Rajasthan are also unfavourable for railway.

Answer 2

Explanation:

1. The level and extensive northern plains with high density of population, high density of population, high industrial activity and rich agriculture, favour development of railways. However the wide rivers that flow here cannot be crossed without bridges which become an additional cost for railways.

2. The high relief, sparse population and lack of economic opportunities in the Himalayan region create unfavorable conditions for laying the railway lines. Frequent landslides and rock fall are additional problem.

3. The peninsular regions with their hilly terrains also make it different to lay railway tracks. In such areas, railway tracks have to be laid through low hills or gaps or tunnels.

4. The low flood plains of Assam and Bihar, where floods are common, have difficulty in maintaining railway lines.

5. Deserts of Rajasthan and the hilly tracks of the Sahayadris were unfavorable for development of railways