Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: International Trade

Question:

Which offshore terminal has been developed to reduce the pressure at Kandla port?

Options:

Nhava Sheva

Dwarka

Porbander

Vadinar

Correct Answer:

Vadinar

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4) → Vadinar

Deendayal Port (Kandla port) situated at the head of Gulf of Kuchchh has been developed as a major port to cater to the needs of western and north western parts of the country and also to reduce the pressure at Mumbai port. The port is specially designed to receive large quantities of petroleum and petroleum products and fertiliser. The offshore terminal at Vadinar has been developed to reduce the pressure at the port.