GK Quiz on NHAI

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has a large role in developing, maintaining and controlling national highways in the country. The mandate of this authority is to increase connectivity of the road network, to improve infrastructure and promote economic development through better transport systems.

The NHAI has been involved in improvement of highways, modern road building technologies, and construction of expressways over the years. Its projects have helped people to reduce the time of travelling, making transportation safe and easy. Further it has also connected major cities and regions in India.

That is why we bring you a quiz on NHAI that will help you understand its establishment, its functions and why it is important. Whether you are preparing for exams or just wish to practice general knowledge, this quiz on NHAI will help you. 

1. When was the National Highways Authority of India established?

A. 1988

B. 1995

C. 2000

D. 1990

Answer: B. 1998

Explanation: The NHAI Government report mentions: “National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) was constituted by an Act of Parliament in 1988”

2. Under which ministry does NHAI work?

A. Ministry of Finance

B. Ministry of Railways

C. Ministry of Road Transport and Highways

D. ministry of Urban Development

Answer: C. Ministry of Road Transport and Highways

Explanation: NHAI works under the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways as per the NHAI report. 

3. Which system was introduced by NHAI that helps to gather electronic tolls without vehicle stops?

A. GPS Tracking

B. FASTag

C. Smart Card

D. Toll Pass

Answer: B. FASTag

Explanation: The PIB release published on 21 November 2019 mentions: “National Electronic Toll Collection (FASTag) programme, the flagship initiative of (MoRT&H) and National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has been implemented on pan India basis in order to remove bottlenecks and ensure seamless movement of traffic and collection of user fee as per the notified rates, using passive Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology.”

4. Where is the headquarters of NHAI?

A. Mumbai

B. New Delhi

C. Chennai

D. Kolkata

Answer: B. New Delhi

Explanation: All its major operations are controlled in New Delhi.

5. Under which act was NHAI established?

A. National Roads Act, 1985

B. National Highways Authority of India Act, 1988.

C. Road Development Act, 1990

D. Transport Act, 1995

Answer: B. National Highways Authority of India Act, 1988

Explanation: The Rajmargyatra mentions: “The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) was constituted by an Act of Parliament, the National Highways Authority of India Act, 1988”

6. Who was the first Chairman of NHAI?

A. Yogendra Narain

B. Deepak Das

C. G. Raghuram

D. R. P. Singh

Answer: A. Yogendra Narain

Explanation: He was the first Chairman and helped in highways development during the early days.

7.  Who is the current Chairman of NHAI? 

A. Santosh Kumar Yadav

B. Alka Upadhyaya

C. Giridhar Aramane

D. Rajesh Kumar Singh

Answer: A. Santosh Kumar Yadav

Explanation: The NHAI website mentions: “Sh. Santosh Kumar Yadav, IAS (UP:1995) took charge as Chairman, National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) w.e.f. 02.01.2023 (AN). Prior to joining as Chairman, NHAI, Sh. Yadav served as Additional Secretary, Ministry of Education, Govt. of India.”

8. What is the desired length of Bharatmala Pariyojana?

A. Around 10,000 km

B. Around 24,800 km

C. Around 34,800 km

D. Around 1,00,000 km

Answer: C. Around 34,800 km

Explanation: The PIB release of 18 December 2024 mentions: “Bharatmala Pariyojana was approved by Government of India in 2017 covering a length of 34,800 km to improve connectivity and reduce logistic cost in the country. As on 31.10.2024, projects covering a total length of 26,425 km have been awarded and 18,714 km has been constructed.”

9. What is the approximate total length of National Highways in India in terms of the latest data?

A. 50,090 km

B. 1,00,000 km

C. 1,46,560 km

D. 2,51,772 km

Answer: C. 1,46,560 km

Explanation: The PIB release of 30 December 2025 mentions: “The National Highway network records a growth of about 61%, expanding from 91,287 km in 2014 to 1,46,560 km at present.”

10. What is the width of the lane that is used in modern national highways?

A. 2.5 meters

B. 3.5 meters

C. 5 meters

D. 7 meters

Answer: B. 3.5 meters

Explanation: The standard 3.5 meter lane width allows comfortable and safe moving of vehicles.

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