UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2017

What is the importance of developing Chabahar Port by India?

  1. India's trade with African countries will enormously increase.
  2. India's relations with oil-producing Arab countries will be strengthened.
  3. India will not depend on Pakistan for access to Afghanistan and Central Asia.
  4. Pakistan, Iraq and India will strengthen their border ties.

Answer

Correct Answer

India will not depend on Pakistan for access to Afghanistan and Central Asia.

Explanation

Chabahar Port in Iran, developed with Indian investment, provides India with an alternative land-sea route to Afghanistan and Central Asia, bypassing Pakistan and reducing dependence on it for regional connectivity.

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