Q. With reference to Agartala-Akhaura cross-border rail link project, consider the following statements:
1.It is a railway line between India and Bangladesh.
2.India and Bangladesh are jointly financing the project.
3.The rail link will significantly reduce the travel time between Agartala and Kolkata via Dhaka. 
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation –

Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Agartala-Akhaura cross-border rail link project is a railway line between India and Bangladesh. Akhaura used to be the railway link for Agartala during the colonial era. The rail link will significantly reduce the travel time between Agartala and Kolkata via Dhaka.

Statement 2 is incorrect. The entire project cost is being funded by India.

Source: ForumIAS

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