Which sea port is situated at Zuari estu

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: International Trade

Question:

Which sea port is situated at Zuari estuary?

Options:

Mumbai port

Mangaluru port

Marmagao port

Paradwip port

Correct Answer:

Marmagao port

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → Marmagao 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.