TRANSPORT AND COMMUNICATION
PORTS
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Question
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Point of development
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Point of suction of resources
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Both
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None of these
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Detailed explanation-1: -The British used the ports as suction points of the resources from their hinterlands. They used seaport as an entry and exit point for the various cargo which are consumed or produced respectively in the port’s hinterland.
Detailed explanation-2: -Not long afterwards, in 1641, Madras was designated the site of the East India Company’s headquarters and went on to become one of the most important maritime trading ports of the British Empire.
Detailed explanation-3: -They promote international trade. Ports provide facilities of docking, loading, unloading and storage facilities for cargo. Large amount of goods can be taken in by ships. The quantity of cargo handled by a port is an indicator of the level of development of its hinterland.
Detailed explanation-4: -Mumbai : (i) It is a natural harbour and the biggest port of the country. (ii) The port is situated closer to the general routes from the Middle East, Mediterranean countries, North Africa, North America and Europe. Where the major share of a country’s overseas trade is carried out.