SSC Selection Post 2019 PYQ — Question 49

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level 2019 - 15 Oct 2019 • General Awareness • Q49

Which one of the following is the longest beach of India?

Show answer & explanation

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Marina Beach.

Marina Beach in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, holds the title of India’s longest natural urban beach, stretching approximately 13 km from Fort St. George in the north to Besant Nagar in the south along the Bay of Bengal . This sandy beachfront, with an average width of about 300 m, expands up to 437 m at its widest point . Recognized as one of the longest city beaches in the world, it is favored for sunrise and sunset views, outdoor activities like horse riding and kite flying, and bustling crowds that flock to its walkways.