Waterways In India


 
 
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Waterways In India

Waterways In India : 

Waterways are the cheapest means of transport. It is fuel-efficient, environment friendly and suitable for carrying heavy and bulky goods.

(A) Internal (inland water transport)

(A) Ocean (sea water transport) (Shipping)

  • Inland water Transport Authority was formed in the year 1986 for the development of inland waterways.
  • Currently 111 national waterways declared in India.
  • Major National Waterways of India

    Sea Transport

  • India have 13 major and 185 other ports.
  • The best natural port in the country is Visakhapatnam.
  • It is the deepest port in India. It is located behind the dolphin nose rock.
  • Dahej (Gujarat) is the first port in the country, which has been established for the disposal of chemicals, hence it has been named the chemical port.
  • Kandla is a tidal port in Gujarat It is a port with free trade area.
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    Question : 1

    Which two of the following extreme locations of India are connected by the East - West corridor ?

    Right Option : C
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    Question : 2

    The deepest, land-locked and protected port on the east coast is ________ .

    Right Option : D
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    Question : 3

    Mumbai is the biggest port with a spacious natural and well- sheltered harbour. Which of the following is its subsidiary port?

    Right Option : C
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