Indian Geography UPPSC 2008 GS-I
Question

Which one of the following ports is not located on the eastern coast of India?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: Kandla

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Kandla”.

Kandla Port is situated on the western coast of India, in the state of Gujarat.

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