NCERT Class 10 Geography — Chapter 5: Lifelines of National Economy

Which port is India’s premier iron-ore exporting port?

Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below: List I (Port) | List II (State) A. Paradeep | 1. Goa B. Tuticorin | 2. Tamil Nadu C. Kochi | 3. Kerala D. Mormugao | 4. Odisha

Which port is India’s first tidal port?

Which among the following modes of transport is called “lifeline for the northern plains”?

Which of the following waterways has significantly improved connectivity between the North-East region and Bangladesh?

Which of the following is the cheapest mode of transport for carrying heavy and bulky goods over long distances?

Which inland waterway is the longest National Waterway in India?

Which major port is located closest to the Himalayan hinterland, serving as the gateway for trade from Northern India?

Which of the following is India’s largest inland waterway used for freight movement?

Which pipeline system transports crude oil and petroleum products from oil fields in Assam to Barauni?

Consider the following statements: 1. BRO is responsible for constructing national highways in metropolitan cities. 2. BRO maintains roads in border areas and remote regions.

Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below: List I (Port) | List II (Specialisation) A. Nhava Sheva | 1. Riverine port handling jute and oil B. Kandla | 2. Handling crude oil and petroleum C. Mormugao | 3. Premier iron ore exporting port D. Haldia | 4. Largest container port

Consider the following statements: 1. The Golden Quadrilateral connects major metros of India. 2. The Golden Quadrilateral project has increased the travel time between major cities. 3. The Golden Quadrilateral connects Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata.

Consider the following statements: 1. India’s major ports handle both international and domestic trade. 2. All major ports are administered by the Central Government. 3. Ports act as gateways for the country’s foreign trade. 4. Every major port in India is located on the eastern coast.

Consider the following statements about international trade: 1. Trade is the exchange of goods only, not services. 2. International trade adds to national income. 3. A favourable balance of trade occurs when exports exceed imports. 4. India exports engineering goods and chemicals.