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Social Science (087) — CBSE Class 10 board question

Q1. [1] § Major Sea Ports
⚠ Lifelines of National Economy — Not theory questions — only map-pointing from this chapter is in the 2026-27 Board exam. (per CBSE 2026-27 curriculum) Only map-pointing (locating sea ports & international airports) is evaluated in the Board exam; the chapter's theory/content is not assessed. [source: Course Structure — Geography, Chapter 7 ('Only map pointing to be evaluated')]
Major sea port located in Karnataka
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Model Answer

New Mangalore Port is the major sea port located in Karnataka. It caters to the export of iron ore concentrates from Kudremukh mines.

Source: Major Sea Ports, Chapter 7

Explanation

For map-based 1-mark questions, examiners expect the exact name of the port. "New Mangalore" (not just "Mangalore") is the correct and complete name as given in the textbook. Mentioning its significance (Kudremukh iron ore export) adds value and confirms you haven't confused it with Mormugao (Goa).

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