Static Quiz 28 April 2025 (Human Geography)
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Static Quiz 28 April 2025 (Human Geography) For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
Which of the following ports is India’s largest container port, handling over 55% of the country’s container traffic?
CorrectAnswer: (b) Jawaharlal Nehru Port
Explanation: JNPT (Navi Mumbai) is India’s largest container port, handling about 55% of container traffic.
IncorrectAnswer: (b) Jawaharlal Nehru Port
Explanation: JNPT (Navi Mumbai) is India’s largest container port, handling about 55% of container traffic.
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2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Deendayal Port (Kandla):
1. It is the largest port by cargo volume in India.
2. It serves as a key gateway to both the IMEEC and the INSTC corridors.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: (b) 2 only
Explanation: Deendayal Port (Kandla) is a major port but not the largest by cargo volume; Mundra Port often surpasses it. However, it is strategically vital for the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEEC) and International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC), as noted in recent trade corridor analyses.
IncorrectAnswer: (b) 2 only
Explanation: Deendayal Port (Kandla) is a major port but not the largest by cargo volume; Mundra Port often surpasses it. However, it is strategically vital for the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEEC) and International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC), as noted in recent trade corridor analyses.
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3. Question
Which major Indian port is located at the mouth of the Mahanadi River and is part of the Coastal Economic Zone (CEZ)?
CorrectAnswer: (b) Paradip Port
Explanation: Paradip Port in Odisha, located at the mouth of the Mahanadi River, is a key deep-water port and part of the Coastal Economic Zone under the Sagarmala initiative, as confirmed by government and port authority sources.
IncorrectAnswer: (b) Paradip Port
Explanation: Paradip Port in Odisha, located at the mouth of the Mahanadi River, is a key deep-water port and part of the Coastal Economic Zone under the Sagarmala initiative, as confirmed by government and port authority sources.
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Match the following ports with their distinctive features:
Port Feature
1. Chennai Port (A) India’s first transshipment terminal
2. Cochin Port (B) Major car export hub
3. New Mangalore Port (C) Gateway for coffee exports
4. Jawaharlal Nehru Port (D) Part of Sagarmala and DFC connectivityChoose the correct option:
CorrectAnswer: (b) 1-B, 2-A, 3-C, 4-D
Explanation:
• Chennai Port → Car exports hub
• Cochin Port → Vallarpadam Terminal (First transshipment terminal)
• New Mangalore Port → Coffee exports
• Jawaharlal Nehru Port → Sagarmala & Dedicated Freight Corridor connectivityIncorrectAnswer: (b) 1-B, 2-A, 3-C, 4-D
Explanation:
• Chennai Port → Car exports hub
• Cochin Port → Vallarpadam Terminal (First transshipment terminal)
• New Mangalore Port → Coffee exports
• Jawaharlal Nehru Port → Sagarmala & Dedicated Freight Corridor connectivity - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following ports is India’s first corporatized port operating under the PPP model?
CorrectAnswer: (b) Kamarajar Port (Ennore)
Explanation: Kamarajar Port (Ennore) is recognized as India’s first corporatized port, operating under a Public-Private Partnership model, with Chennai Port Trust holding a majority stake, as per port governance records.
IncorrectAnswer: (b) Kamarajar Port (Ennore)
Explanation: Kamarajar Port (Ennore) is recognized as India’s first corporatized port, operating under a Public-Private Partnership model, with Chennai Port Trust holding a majority stake, as per port governance records.
