Q. Consider the following statements:

1. Ports of Call were originally developed as calling points on main sea routes.
2. Later on, they developed into commercial ports.
3. Kochi and Karwar are examples of such ports in India.

Which of the above is / are correct?
Answer: Only 1 and 2
Notes: Ports of Call are the ports which originally developed as calling points on main sea routes where ships used to anchor for refuelling, watering and taking food items. Later on, they developed into commercial ports. Aden, Honolulu and Singapore are good examples. The port of Kochi, Kerala is one of the most important natural port in India. Karwar is a port city in Karnataka and lies in the mouth of Kali river.

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