Name the first major port of India developed after Independence.
Kandla Port
'Despite the setback, caused by the partition, Indian ports continued to grow after the independence.' Support the statement with examples.
(26.1) In the given political Outline Map of the World, the following four features are shown:
(A) A major area of Commercial livestock rearing.
(B) A major Sea Port.
(C) A major Air Port.
(D) A Mega City.
Identify these features and write their correct names on the lines marked near each feature.
(26.2) In the given political Outline Map of India, locate and label the following with appropriate symbols:
(i) The state having the smallest area.
(ii) An iron ore mine of Karnataka.
(iii) A software Technology Park located in Himachal Pradesh.
Which major sea port on the eastern coast of India has a land-locked harbour ?
Explain any three reasons for the sharp rise in overseas trade of India, after Independence.
