Which facility in Iran is being developed by India to enhance trade with Central Asia?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Solution: The correct answer is Chabahar Port transit facility.
Explanation:
☛ India is developing the Chabahar Port transit facility located in the Sistan-Baluchestan province on the southeastern coast of Iran.
☛ This port is situated on the Gulf of Oman and serves as a strategic gateway for India to access Afghanistan and Central Asian republics while completely bypassing Pakistan.
☛ In May 2016, a trilateral transit agreement was signed between India, Iran, and Afghanistan to develop the port as a regional transit and transport hub.
☛ The port is operated by India Ports Global Limited (IPGL), specifically developing the Shahid Beheshti terminal.
Extra Exam-Relevant Facts:
☛ Chabahar Port is an integral part of the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC), which connects India to Russia and Europe.
☛ Bandar Abbas: Another major Iranian port located on the Strait of Hormuz, which acts as the primary southern hub of the INSTC.
☛ Bushehr Port: A prominent port city in Iran known for hosting Iran's first commercial nuclear power reactor.
☛ Chabahar is Iran's only deep-sea port with direct access to the Indian Ocean.
Important One-Liners for Upcoming Exams:
☛ Which Indian entity was established to develop and operate Chabahar Port? → India Ports Global Limited (IPGL)
☛ Which specific terminal of Chabahar Port is being developed by India? → Shahid Beheshti terminal
☛ In which water body is the Chabahar Port geographically situated? → Gulf of Oman
☛ Which major trade corridor connects Mumbai to St. Petersburg via Iran? → International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC)
☛ In which year was the trilateral Chabahar agreement signed between India, Iran, and Afghanistan? → 2016