What is the primary strategic significance of Chabahar Port?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Bypassing Pakistan for trade with Afghanistan.
The Chabahar Port in Iran is strategically vital for India as it provides a direct sea-land route to Afghanistan and Central Asia, effectively bypassing Pakistan, which denies India overland transit. It serves as the gateway for the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC), reducing shipping costs and time to Europe. For Afghanistan, it offers a reliable alternative to Karachi port, breaking its landlocked dependency and strengthening regional trade connectivity without being hindered by geopolitical tensions with neighboring countries.