Which one of the following is not a port along the Western coast of India?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is: (c) Tuticorin

Explanation:

• Tuticorin Port, officially known as V.O. Chidambaranar Port, is located in Tamil Nadu on the eastern coast of India along the Bay of Bengal.

• In contrast, Nhava Sheva (Jawaharlal Nehru Port) in Maharashtra, Marmugao in Goa, and Kochi in Kerala are all situated on the western coast of India along the Arabian Sea.

Information Booster:

• India has 13 major ports, 6 on the East coast and 7 on the West coast.

• Tuticorin (V.O.C. Port) handles coal, salt, fertilizers, and containers on the eastern coast.

• Nhava Sheva is the largest container port in India, near Mumbai.

• Marmugao Port is Goa’s main port, exporting iron ore.

• Kochi Port is a natural harbour and a major port in Kerala.