Question

Which one of the following is known as "Satellite Town"?

  1. Moradabad
  2. Hyderabad
  3. Ghaziabad
  4. Ahmedabad

Answer:

Option C: Ghaziabad

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Ghaziabad”.

The term "Satellite Town" typically refers to a smaller town near a larger city, often developed to alleviate the population pressure on the main city. Among the options provided, (3) Ghaziabad is commonly referred to as a satellite town of Delhi, as it is located close to the Indian capital and serves as a residential area for many people who work in Delhi.