In ancient times river ways were the main highways of transportation as in the case of India. But they lost importance because of competition from railways, lack of water due to diversion for irrigation, poor maintenance of water bodies. In recent times however, India is keen to carry out revolution in the development of waterways.
(a) What are the other reasons for decreasing popularity of river transport in India?
(b) What will you suggest the government to make it a better mode of transport?