10 Questions
Which port in India is specially designed to receive large quantities of petroleum and petroleum products and fertilizers?
Kandla Port
What is the capacity of Indian ports in terms of cargo handling in 2016?
More than 837 million tonnes
What is the main hinterland of Mumbai ports composed of?
M.P., Maharashtra, Gujarat, U.P. and parts of Rajasthan
Which port was developed as a satellite port to relieve the pressure at Mumbai port?
Jawaharlal Nehru Port
Which country's overseas trade majorly passes through Mumbai port due to its strategic location?
Middle East, Mediterranean countries, North Africa, North America, and Europe
What was the main reason for Marmagao Port gaining significance in 1961?
To handle iron-ore exports to Japan after remodelling
What impact did the construction of Konkan railway have on Marmagao Port?
It significantly extended the hinterland of the port
Which region constitutes the hinterland of Marmagao Port?
Karnataka, Goa, Southern Maharashtra
What impact did the emergence of European traders have on the importance of ports?
Increased the size and quality of ports
Who decides the policy and regulatory functions for major ports in India?
Central government
Learn about the modernisation of ports in India, the increase in cargo handling capacity, and specific Indian ports like Kandla Port and their hinterlands. Explore how these ports cater to the needs of different regions of the country.
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