At which location was the world's highest motorable road constructed under Project Himank by BRO?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Solution: The correct answer is Umling La, Ladakh.
Explanation:
☛ The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) constructed the world's highest motorable road at Umling La in eastern Ladakh under Project Himank.
☛ This black-topped road is situated at an astounding altitude of 19,024 feet (5,798.8 metres).
☛ In November 2021, Guinness World Records officially recognized this feat, surpassing the previous record held by a road in Bolivia at 18,953 feet.
☛ The 52-km long road connects the critical border villages of Chisumle and Demchok in Ladakh.
Extra Exam-Relevant Facts:
☛ Project Himank: It was started by the BRO in 1985 and is known as the "Mountain Tamers", responsible for constructing and maintaining road infrastructure in the Ladakh region.
☛ Border Roads Organisation (BRO): Formed on 7 May 1960 under the Ministry of Defence, it is headquartered in New Delhi.
☛ Rohtang Pass: Located in Himachal Pradesh on the Pir Panjal Range, beneath which the Atal Tunnel (9.02 km) is built.
☛ Nathu La: Situated in Sikkim on the Indo-China border, serving as an ancient branch of the Silk Route.
☛ Khardung La: A mountain pass located in Ladakh near Leh, historically celebrated as one of the highest motorable passes.
Important One-Liners for Upcoming Exams:
☛ When was the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) founded? → 7 May 1960
☛ Which tunnel connects Manali to Lahaul-Spiti valley under Rohtang Pass? → Atal Tunnel
☛ Which pass connects Sikkim with the Tibet Autonomous Region of China? → Nathu La
☛ Under which project of BRO was the world's highest fighter airfield constructed at Nyoma? → Project Himank
☛ Who was the founder and first Chairman of the Border Roads Development Board? → Jawaharlal Nehru