Construction of Konkan Railway extended the hinterland of which of the following Port?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → Mormagao Port
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.