Question

What are the factors on which the development of inland waterways depends?

Answer 1

Rivers, canals, lakes, and coastal areas have been important waterways since time immemorial. Boats and steamers are used as means of transport for cargo and passengers. The development of inland waterways is dependent on the navigability width and depth of the channel, continuity in the water flow, and transport technology in use. Rivers are the only means of transport in dense forests. Very heavy cargo like coal, cement, timber, and metallic ores can be transported through inland waterways.