Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

Fundamentals of Human Geography: International Trade

Question:

Which one of the following is an Inland Port?

Options:

Kochhi Port

Ennore Port

Kolkata Port

Haldia Port

Correct Answer:

Kolkata Port

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → Kolkata Port

Inland Ports: These ports are located away from the sea coast. They are linked to the sea through a river or a canal. Such ports are accessible to flat bottom ships or barges. For example, Manchester is linked with a canal; Memphis is located on the river Mississippi; Rhine has several ports like Mannheim and Duisburg; and Kolkata is located on the river Hoogli, a branch of the river Ganga.