Toll roads allow new roads to be built and maintained without raising taxes on the general public. ... There are usually many available lanes with toll booths to keep traffic moving as quickly as possible. Some lanes may have people working the toll booths, so that you can pay with change or cash.

What is the purpose of toll gates?

Why do we pay the toll? In India, for every state or national highway/expressway, a fee is charged for raising the cost incurred in constructing as well as for maintaining the roads. This fee is called toll and is a kind of tax.

Why do we pay toll tax?

Toll tax is used for road construction and maintenance purposes. Therefore, it covers the costs of newly built toll roads by charging the toll tax. It also charges for maintaining the toll roads. ... Also, the NHAI levies the fee only on the four-wheeler or larger vehicle passers-by of the toll roads.