Which of the following statements about the Border Roads Organization

Which of the following statements about the Border Roads Organization (BRO) is/are correct?

  • 1. BRO is concerned with the construction and maintenance of roads in strategically sensitive areas.
  • 2. BRO undertakes snow clearance in high altitude areas.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CAPF – 2022
Both statements about the Border Roads Organization (BRO) are correct.
– Statement 1 is correct: The BRO is a premier road construction agency in India that develops and maintains road networks in India’s border areas and friendly neighbouring countries, which are often strategically sensitive regions.
– Statement 2 is correct: The BRO is responsible for snow clearance operations on important mountain passes and roads in high-altitude border areas to ensure connectivity throughout the year, which is crucial for both civilian movement and defence logistics.
The BRO was formed on 7 May 1960 with the objective of securing India’s borders and developing infrastructure in remote areas of the north and north-east states. It functions under the Ministry of Defence. Its activities are vital for the economic development of border areas and for meeting India’s strategic needs.