Question

Give two points of difference between Inland Waterways and Oceanic Waterways.

Answer 1

1. Inland waterways (IWW): This operation is used when the theatre of operations has an established inland waterway system, such as rivers, canals, or lakes, that can assist theatre operations. The military can employ IWWs to supplement their existing transportation network to transfer cargo into a theatre of operations. An IWW can significantly reduce congestion and work burden for other modes. The direction of the waterway determines military use, the necessary development and repair, the tactical position, and the impact on the local economy. The Inland Waterways Authority oversees national waterways' creation, management, and control.
2. Oceanic Waterways: India's coastline spans around 7,517 kilometres. Infrastructure support for these routes includes 12 major and 185 minor ports. Ocean routes account for approximately 95% of India's total international commerce volume and 70% of its value. These are employed for foreign trade and transit between islands and the rest of the country.