Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: International Trade

Question:

Identify the correct features of Kochchi port.

(A) It is popularly known as the 'Queen of the Arabian Sea'
(B) It is a natural harbour
(C) It is situated at the head of Vembanad Kayal
(D) It caters to the need of Kerala and Maharastra

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

Options:

(B), (C), (D) only

(A), (C), (D) only

(A), (B), (C) only

(A), (B), (D) only

Correct Answer:

(A), (B), (C) only

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → (A), (B), (C) only

  • Kochi Port, situated at the head of Vembanad Kayal (C), popularly known as the 'Queen of the Arabian Sea' (A), is also a natural harbour (B).
  • This port has an advantageous location being close to the Suez-Colombo route. It caters to the needs of Kerala, southern Karnataka and south western Tamil Nadu. (D is incorrect)