In what way(s) does the Vizhinjam International Seaport represent a structural shift in India's maritime trade and logistics policy? 1. By functioning exclusively as a domestic cargo hub to reduce reliance on coastal shipping and eliminate the need for foreign collaborations. 2. By focusing primarily on passenger cruise tourism and heritage shipping to increase Kerala's profile as a maritime heritage destination. 3. By leveraging its natural deep draft and strategic location to reduce dependence on foreign trans-shipment ports, enhance revenue retention, and reposition India in regional maritime trade. Select the answer using the code given below:

In what way(s) does the Vizhinjam International Seaport repr - MCQ (English)

UPSC CSE PRELIMS2026General Studies Ports And Maritime LogisticsHard

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In what way(s) does the Vizhinjam International Seaport represent a structural shift in India's maritime trade and logistics policy?

By functioning exclusively as a domestic cargo hub to reduce reliance on coastal shipping and eliminate the need for foreign collaborations.
By focusing primarily on passenger cruise tourism and heritage shipping to increase Kerala's profile as a maritime heritage destination.
By leveraging its natural deep draft and strategic location to reduce dependence on foreign trans-shipment ports, enhance revenue retention, and reposition India in regional maritime trade.

Select the answer using the code given below:

Correct Answer: D — 3 only

Explanation:

Vizhinjam is structurally important because of its natural deep draft and strategic location. It reduces dependence on foreign trans-shipment ports and helps retain revenue within India. The other two descriptions are not accepted.