Question

Match Column-I with Column-II and choose the correct option.

Column-I (Basis of International Trade)	Column-II (Feature)
a. Geological structure	ii. It determines the mineral resource base.
b. Mineral resources	iii. It provides the base for industrial development.
c. Climate	i. It determines the biotic life.
d. Cultural factors	iv. The development of crafts and skills is determined by it.

• A. a ii, b iii, c i, d iv
• B. a ii, b iii, c iv, d i
• C. a iii, b ii, c iv, d i
• D. a iii, b ii, c i, d iv

Hint:

Industrial ports are key to the efficient transportation of bulk goods used in manufacturing and other industrial processes.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Ports that specialize in handling large quantities of bulk goods, such as coal, iron ore, and oil, are generally called Industrial Ports. These ports are equipped with the necessary infrastructure to handle heavy and large-scale shipments of bulk cargo efficiently. - (A) Inland Ports: Inland ports are located away from the sea, typically situated on rivers or lakes and are not specifically designed for bulk cargo.
- (B) Industrial Ports: These ports are specialized in handling bulk cargo such as coal, iron, and other raw materials needed for industrial activities. This makes them the correct answer.
- (C) Out Ports: Out ports typically refer to secondary ports that complement main ports but are not specifically for bulk cargo.
- (D) Comprehensive Ports: Comprehensive ports are those capable of handling a wide variety of goods and services, but this term is not specifically associated with bulk cargo. Thus, the correct answer is (B), as industrial ports are specialized in handling bulk cargo.