India's Maritime Trade Routes Through Canals and SAARC
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Question
The canal that has reduced distance between India and Europe is known as __________.
A
Panama Canal
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B
Suez Canal
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C
Yellow Sea Canal
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D
Gibraltar Canal
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Solution
The correct option is A Suez Canal
Suez Canal.
India is connected with Europe, North America and South America through both the routes-the Cape of Good Hope and the Suez Canal. Since the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869, distance between India and Europe has been reduced by 7000 kms.