Transport and Communication – Class VI Notes
1. Introduction
Transport and communication are two essential means of
connecting people, places, and ideas.
They help in the movement of goods, services, and information.
They make trade, travel, education, and social life easier.
2. Transport
Transport means the movement of people and goods from one place to
another.
It is essential for:
Trade and commerce
Social and cultural exchange
Development of a country
Types of Transport
There are three main types of transport:
A. Land Transport
Movement on land using roads or railways.
Advantages: Cheapest for short distances, available everywhere.
(i) Roadways
Vehicles: Cars, buses, trucks, two-wheelers, bicycles.
Highways: Connect cities and states (e.g., National Highways in
India).
Expressways: Faster roads for long-distance travel.
(ii) Railways
Trains carry passengers and heavy goods.
Benefits: Cheapest for long-distance and bulk goods.
India has one of the largest railway networks in the world.
B. Water Transport
Movement through rivers, seas, and oceans.
Types:
o Inland Waterways: Rivers and canals (e.g., Ganga,
Brahmaputra).
o Sea Routes: Ships and boats for trade and travel.
Advantages: Cheapest for heavy and bulky goods.
Disadvantages: Slow and depends on weather.
C. Air Transport
Movement through air using airplanes and helicopters.
Fastest mode of transport.
Useful for:
o Long-distance travel
o Perishable goods
o Emergency and disaster relief
Disadvantages: Very costly, needs airports.
3. Communication
Communication means sending and receiving messages or information
from one place to another.
Types of Communication
1. Personal Communication – Between individuals.
o Letters, mobile phones, emails.
2. Mass Communication – Reaches a large audience at once.
o Newspapers, radio, television, internet.
Modern Means of Communication
Telephones & Mobile Phones – Quick voice communication.
Internet – Emails, video calls, social media.
Television & Radio – News, entertainment, education.
Postal Services – Letters, parcels, money orders.
4. Importance of Transport and Communication
Economic Growth: Helps trade and industry.
Social Development: Connects people, promotes cultural exchange.
Political Unity: Helps in administration and governance.
Emergency Services: Fast transport saves lives during disasters.
5. Challenges
Traffic jams and accidents.
Pollution from vehicles.
High cost of air travel.
Cyber threats in communication.
6. Future of Transport and Communication
Electric Vehicles – To reduce pollution.
High-Speed Trains – Bullet trains.
Space Tourism – Future air travel.
5G Internet – Faster communication.
Key Terms
Transport: Movement of people and goods.
Communication: Exchange of information.
Mass Communication: Communication to a large audience.
Summary
Transport and communication are vital for modern life.
They connect different parts of the world.
Modern technology makes them faster and more efficient.
Here’s a set of MCQs with an answer key for the topic “Transport and
Communication” (Class VI):
MCQs on Transport and Communication
1. Which of the following is the fastest mode of transport?
a) Roadways
b) Railways
c) Air Transport
d) Waterways
2. Which mode of transport is cheapest for carrying heavy and bulky
goods over long distances?
a) Roadways
b) Railways
c) Airways
d) Waterways
3. National Highways are part of which transport system?
a) Rail Transport
b) Air Transport
c) Road Transport
d) Water Transport
4. Which of the following is an example of personal communication?
a) Watching television
b) Talking on a mobile phone
c) Reading a newspaper
d) Listening to the radio
5. Inland waterways mean transport through:
a) Seas and oceans
b) Rivers and canals
c) Mountains
d) Air routes
6. Which of the following is NOT a modern means of communication?
a) Email
b) Television
c) Telegram
d) Social Media
7. Which is the main advantage of air transport?
a) Cheapest
b) Fastest
c) Most eco-friendly
d) Best for heavy goods
8. Which of the following is an example of mass communication?
a) Letter
b) Internet news portal
c) Telephone call
d) Conversation with a friend
9. Which network is one of the largest in the world?
a) Indian Highway Network
b) Indian Railway Network
c) Indian Airway Network
d) Indian Waterway Network
10. Which future technology will make communication faster?
a) Steam Engines
b) 5G Internet
c) Morse Code
d) Satellite Phones
✅ Answer Key
1. c) Air Transport
2. d) Waterways
3. c) Road Transport
4. b) Talking on a mobile phone
5. b) Rivers and canals
6. c) Telegram
7. b) Fastest
8. b) Internet news portal
9. b) Indian Railway Network
10. b) 5G Internet
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