Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

Fundamentals of Human Geography: International Trade

Question:

Which of the following is NOT true in respect of Inland Port?

Options:

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

None of the above

Correct Answer:

None of the above

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 4: None of the above

Option 1: These ports are located away from the sea coast. This statement is correct because inland ports are situated away from the sea coast.

Option 2: They are linked to the sea through a river or a canal. This statement is correct because inland ports are connected to the sea through waterways such as rivers or canals.

Option 3: Such ports are accessible to flat bottom ships or barges. This statement is correct because shallow waterways are generally navigated by flat-bottomed vessels or barges.

NCERT: 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;