Chabahar port

Chabahar port

Question- “Chabahar port” of Iran is located on –
(a)Gulf of Oman
(b)Gulf of Mannar
(c)Gulf of Khambhat
(d)Gulf of Hormuz
Answer- (a)
Related facts-

  • Iran will hand over the strategic Chabahar port to an Indian company within a month for operation as per an interim pact.
  • Chabahar port is the only oceanic port of Iran and is located on gulf of Oman.
  • The port gives access to the energy-rich Persian Gulf nations’ southern coast.
  • It is helpful for India in bypassing Pakistan and transporting goods to Afghanistan.

References-

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/india-chabahar-port-hand-over-on-track/article24896782.ece