TextBook Solutions for Maharashtra Board Class 12 Geography India People And Economy Chapter 11 International Trade

India's foreign trade is characterised by a great variety in its composition. More than 7500 items are exported from the country while nearly 6000 items are imported. Export is composed of a wide range of items from agricultural to industrial sectors as also handloom, cottage and handicraft articles. Project exports which include consultancy, civil construction and contracts have also made a significant progress in recent years.

A. What is characteristic of foreign trade of India?

B. How many items are exported from the country?

C. What are exports composed?

Trade between two countries is termed as:

• Internal trade

• External trade

   

• International trade

• Local trade

Which one of the following is a land locked harbour?

• Vishakhapatnam

   

• Mumbai

   

   

• Ennore

• Haldia

Most of India’s foreign trade is carried through

• Land and sea

• Land and air

• Sea and air

• Sea

Which one of the following is India's largest trading partner in 2003–04 ?

• U.K.

• China

   

   

• Germany

• U.S.A.

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.