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What is the primary strategic function of National Highways in India beyond facilitating interstate commercial transport?

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UPTET 2026 Paper 2 Social Studies Question Paper (3-Jul-2026) (Shift 1)
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Ensuring the movement of defence personnel and materials in strategic areas

National Highways form the primary road network connecting major cities, states, and border regions across India.

Beyond supporting interstate commercial transport, these highways serve a strategic defence role by ensuring quick and reliable movement of defence personnel, equipment, and materials, especially to sensitive border and strategic areas.

This dual civilian and strategic function makes National Highways an essential part of national infrastructure and security planning.

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