The gateway of J&K is:

Question

The gateway of J&K is:

1. A. Lakhanpur (Correct answer)
2. B. Akhnoor
3. C. Uri
4. D. Chakkan-Da-Bagh

Correct Answer

Option A — Lakhanpur

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Lakhanpur.

Key Points

• Lakhanpur, in Kathua district, is called the Gateway of Jammu & Kashmir — the point at which the national highway from Punjab enters the region.
• Akhnoor, Uri and Chakkan-Da-Bagh are border or crossing points of other kinds, not the road entry to the State.

Additional Information

• Lakhanpur lies on NH-44, India's longest national highway, running Srinagar to Kanniyakumari.
• It was historically the site of the toll post collecting entry tax on goods coming into the State.
• Chakkan-Da-Bagh in Poonch and Uri (Kaman Post) are the two crossing points on the Line of Control used for cross-LoC travel and trade.