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Q266. In India, the ports are categorized as major and non-major ports. Which one of the following is a non-major port?

In India, the ports are categorized as major and non-major ports. Which one of the following is a non-major port?

Select the correct option below (or cross out options to eliminate)

Official Answer Key & Detailed Solution

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Official UPSC Answer KeyUPSC Prelims 2009 • Geography

Correct Answer: Option (B) — Dahej

Concept & Option Breakdown

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• Dahej (in Gujarat) is a non-major (minor/intermediate) port managed by the Gujarat Maritime Board, known as a major chemical and LNG terminal. • Kochi, Paradip, and New Mangalore are Major Ports administered under the administrative control of the Union Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.

Elimination Heuristic & Exam Approach

Major ports on the west coast include Kandla, Mumbai, JNPT, Mormugao, New Mangalore, and Kochi. Dahej is managed by the State Maritime Board, making it non-major.

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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2009 (Q266)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicGeography → Economic Geography
Official Answer KeyOption (B) — Dahej

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Frequently Asked Questions — UPSC Prelims 2009 Q266

What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 2009 GS Paper I Question 266 (Geography)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 2009 Geography (Economic Geography) question is Option (B): "Dahej". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

Which UPSC Prelims syllabus topic does this 2009 question belong to?

This question belongs to GS Paper I under the subject "Geography" and micro-topic "Economic Geography". You can explore all repeated questions from Economic Geography in Acme AI's 3D Prelims PYQ Realm or practice 50 full-length and sectional tests in the APT Prelims Test Series.

How can I solve this Economic Geography UPSC Prelims question using option elimination?

Major ports on the west coast include Kandla, Mumbai, JNPT, Mormugao, New Mangalore, and Kochi. Dahej is managed by the State Maritime Board, making it nonmajor.

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