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Question India has a long coastline of 5,560 kms., having access to the sea on three sides with 11 major and 168 minor/intermediate ports. India lies in geographical proximity to important shipping routes, which gives a natural advantage to the country's shipping.
Source- Directorate General of Shipping, Government of India.
(a) Name the means of transport developed due to the above-mentioned geographical feature of India.
(b) State any two advantages of the means of transport you mentioned.
(a) The means of transport developed due to the above-mentioned geographical feature of India is Water Transport.
(b) Two advantages of Water Transport are as follows:
- Water Transport is most suitable for carrying heavy and bulky material.
- It is a fuel-efficient and eco-friendly mode of transport.