Q172
Geography (incl. West Bengal)Transport, Ports & Urbanisation
Which is called the finest natural harbour in India?
- a.Marmagao
- b.Mumbai
- c.Chennai
- d.Kochi
Answer: (B) Mumbai
Mumbai port, sheltered between Mumbai island and the mainland, is called the finest natural harbour in India and handles a large share of India's trade. Kochi is also a natural harbour on the Vembanad lagoon and is called the 'Queen of the Arabian Sea', which makes (D) the tempting option. Marmagao in Goa is known for iron-ore exports. Chennai has one of the oldest artificial harbours on India's east coast.