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Part - 2 CH - 8 International Trade — Geography STD 12 Humanities — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12 HumanitiesGeographyPart - 2 CH - 8 International Trade2 Marks
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Why is Marmagao Port called natural port?
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Answer

Marmagao Port is situated at the entrance of the Zuari estuary. Therefore, it 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.

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