Question
Geography Question on Transport, Communication, and Trade
Which of the following statements is correct about ports?
A
Marmagao port is situated at the head of Vembanad Kayal.
B
Kandla port is situated at the head of Gulf of Trombay.
C
Jawaharlal Nehru port was developed as a satellite port.
D
New Mangalore port is located in Tamil Nadu.
Answer
Jawaharlal Nehru port was developed as a satellite port.
Explanation
Solution
Jawaharlal Nehru port, also known as Nhava Sheva, was developed to handle increasing cargo volumes and reduce congestion at Mumbai port.