Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: International Trade

Question:

Marmagao is located on the estuary of which of the river?

Options:

Zuari

Mandovi

Sal

Chapora

Correct Answer:

Zuari

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 1: Zuari

NCERT: Marmagao Port, situated at the entrance of the Zuari estuary, is a natural harbour in Goa. It gained significance after its remodelling in 1961 to handle iron-ore exports to Japan. Construction of Konkan railway has considerably extended the hinterland of this port. Karnataka, Goa, Southern Maharashtra constitute its hinterland.