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International Trade
Distinguish between a port and a harbour.
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A Port |
A Harbour |
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1. It is a point on the coast where ships can be tied up for anchor. 2. It provides facilities for landing, boardering, loading and unloading of ships. 3. Indented coasts provides natural ports. 4. It is linked with a fertile and productive hinterland. |
1. It is an area at sea providing entrances to ships. 2. Here ships are anchored and given protection from waves and storms. 3. River estuaries provide natural harbour e.g., Mumbai. 4. It provide adequate room for anchorage of ships. |
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Mention the characteristics of the India's foreign trade.
Distinguish between a port and a harbour.
Explain the meaning of hinterland.
Name important items which India import from different countries.
Name the ports of India located on the eastcoast.
Describe the composition of export and import trade of India.
Write a note on the changing nature of the international trade of India.
Name any four major international airports of India.
Mention any four important items which India exports to other countries.
Name the countries of Africa which India has trade relations.
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