UPPSC 2011 GS-1 Indian Geography
Question

The biggest port in India is:

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: Mumbai

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Mumbai”.

Mumbai Port, also known as Bombay Port, is India's largest port by size and shipping traffic.

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