The Ministry of Transport is planning to construct a new highway that will connect City A and City B. According to the initial plan, the highway is…

CA Intermediate · Corporate and Other Laws · MTP · January 2026
The Ministry of Transport is planning to construct a new highway that will connect City A and City B. According to the initial plan, the highway is expected to cover a distance of 180 kilometers. During the survey, the engineers measure the distance between the two cities as the crow flies, without considering the natural terrain and existing road curves. This method is in line with the provisions of the General Clauses Act, 1897 regarding the measurement of distance for the purposes of any Central Act or Regulation. Considering the above scenario, which statement is correct about the measurement of distance as per the General Clauses Act, 1897?
(A) The distance should be measured along the existing roadways and curves.
(B) The distance should be measured considering the natural terrain and obstacles.
(C) The distance should be measured in a straight line on a horizontal plane unless otherwise specified.
(D) The distance should be measured as a combination of straight lines and natural curves.

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Correct Answer: Option (C)

The distance should be measured in a straight line on a horizontal plane unless otherwise specified.

Topics: The General Clauses Act, 1897

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