Which of the following statements is correct?
a- New Mangalore Port is located in the state of Karnataka.
b- New Mangalore Port caters to the needs of the export of iron ore and iron concentrates.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
New Mangalore Port is located in the state of Karnataka and caters to the needs of the export of iron ore and iron concentrates. It also handles fertilisers, petroleum products, edible oils, coffee, tea, wood pulp, yarn, granite stone, molasses, etc. Karnataka is the major hinterland for this port