Which one of the following is the oldest artificial port on east coast?

Manglore

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Mumbai

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Chennai

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Khandla

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Solution

The correct option is C Chennai
It is the second largest port in terms of volume of traffic handled and is the oldest artificial harbour on the east coast of India. It handles petroleum products, crude oil, fertilisers, iron ore and dry cargo.

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