UPSC Prelims 2009·GS1·geography·indian geography

In India, the ports are categorized as major and non-major ports. Which one of the following is a non-major port?

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  1. AKochi (Cochin)
  2. BDahejCorrect
  3. CParadip
  4. DNew Mangalore

Explanation

In India, major ports are those under the direct administrative control of the Central Government Union Ministry of Shipping, while non major ports also known as minor ports fall under the jurisdiction of the respective State Maritime Boards. Kochi, Paradip, and New Mangalore are all categorized as major ports. They are large scale, central government controlled hubs located in Kerala, Odisha, and Karnataka respectively. Dahej, located in Gujarat, is categorized as a non major port. It is a private port primarily used for handling liquid cargo and chemicals, and it is governed by the Gujarat Maritime Board rather than the central government. Therefore, Dahej is the correct answer.
geography: In India, the ports are categorized as major and non-major ports. Which one of the following is a non-major port?

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