Which one of the following is the deepest, inland and protected port o

Which one of the following is the deepest, inland and protected port on the east coast of India ?

Chennai
Paradip
Tuticorin
Visakhapatnam
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CAPF – 2023
The correct answer is D. Visakhapatnam Port, located on the east coast of India in Andhra Pradesh, is known for being a natural harbour and one of the deepest and most protected (landlocked within a bay) ports in India.
– Visakhapatnam Port is situated within a sheltered bay protected by the Dolphin’s Nose hill, providing a naturally safe and protected harbour.
– It is a major port on the east coast and is known for its depth, which facilitates the handling of large vessels.
– While other ports like Chennai, Paradip, and Tuticorin are also important east coast ports, Visakhapatnam fits the description of being naturally deep, inland (relative to the open sea due to the bay), and protected most accurately among the options.
Chennai is an artificial port. Paradip is a major deepwater port at the confluence of the Mahanadi river and the Bay of Bengal, but perhaps not as “inland” or naturally protected as Visakhapatnam. Tuticorin is another artificial deepwater port. Visakhapatnam’s unique geographical setting makes it a premier natural harbour on the east coast.
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