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Question
Mention one advantage of coastal shipping.
Solution
India has a vast coastline which means these coasts can be used fortransportation. Coastal shipping has opened ways for short-sea and coastal trade. It reduces road traffic significantly. Also, coastal shipping is time & cost efficient.
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