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Geography GK · Q216

Indian Rivers, Lakes And Water

Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 216

Q216

Hinterland refers to ________

A.
Continental shelf in the sea from which oil can be extracted
B.
Natural harbour used for international trade
C.
Land region extending from a sea port
Answer
D.
Abandoned sea port where trade was carried out initially

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Hinterland refers to land region extending from a sea port. The hinterland is a land space over which a transport terminal, such as a port, sells its services and interacts with its users.