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This lecture covers a brief history of highway engineering, highlighting the
developments of road construction.
Significant among them are Roman, French, and British roads.
British road construction practice developed by Macadam is the most scientific
and the present day roads follows this pattern.
The highway development and classification of Indian roads are also discussed.
The major classes of roads include National Highway, State highway, District
roads, and Village roads.
Finally, issues in highway alignment are discussed.
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