Why was Deendayal Port (Kandla) developed soon after India's Independence? What specific event made its development necessary?
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Model Answer
Deendayal Port (Kandla) in Kuchchh was developed soon after Independence to ease the volume of trade on Mumbai port. The specific event that made its development necessary was the Partition of India, due to which the port of Karachi was lost to Pakistan, creating an urgent need for an alternative port in western India.
Source: Major Sea Ports, Chapter 7
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Explanation
- The question has two parts: (1) why it was developed, and (2) the specific event — answer both clearly.
- The key phrase examiners look for is "loss of Karachi port to Pakistan after Partition" — this is the specific event worth 1 mark.
- The other mark is for stating it was meant to relieve pressure/ease trade volume on Mumbai port.
- Keep it factual and direct — no extra details needed.