Geography Rivers And Lakes in India

Q. What is the correct sequence of the following ports from north to south? 1. Karaikal 2. Machilipatnam 3. Paradeep 4. Visakhapatnam

A
3-2-4-1
B
1-2-4-3
C
1-4-2-3
D
3-4-2-1

Correct Answer

3-4-2-1

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