UPSC Geography Drainage Question Bank Hydrosphere

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    Consider the following statements:
    1. Tides are of great help in navigation and fishing.
    2. High tide enables big ships to enter or leave the harbor safely.
    3. Tide prevents siltation in the harbours.
    4. Kandia and Diamond Harbour are tidal ports.
    Which of these statements are correct?

    A)  1 and 4               

    B)  2, 3 and 4

    C)  1, 2 and 3                         

    D)  1,        2, 3 and 4

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

     Statement '1' is wrong because tides are not good for navigation. Tide may cause sinking of boat and ships. High tide helps ships for enter or leave the harbour safely. Kandla and Diamond harbor are tidal ports, Diamond harbour is located on river Hugli, whereas Kandla port is at the eastern par Gulf of Kutch, which is a natural port.


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