The Suez Canal was opened in 1869 primarily with the economic motive of reducing the cost of transportation. It provided a direct sea route between Europe and Asia, eliminating the need to navigate around Africa via the Cape of Good Hope. This significantly reduced shipping time and transportation costs for trade.
The main economic motive of opening the Suez canal was :
CUET UG 2023 — Economics Indian Economic Development
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The main economic motive of opening the Suez canal was :
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Verified 13 Jul 2026.
Options
- A
To reduce the cost of transportation
- B
To make political relations stronger with Europe
- C
To maintain the cultural relations with Egypt
- D
To develop the navigation system
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