UPPSC 2013 GS-I Indian Geography
Question

Which of the following are the natural ports of India?

1) Chennai
2) Tuticorin
3) Kochi
4) Vishakhapatnam

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option D: 3 and 4

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “3 and 4”.

Chennai Port is an artificial harbor because it doesn't have a rugged coastline or a river that forms a mouth. India has many natural ports, including ports in Mumbai, Kochi, Paradip, Kandla, Port Blair and Visakhapatnam.

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