GS PrelimsGeography (Indian physical environment)Coastal Features2004

Consider the following statements: Among the Indian States 1. Andhra Pradesh has the longest coastline. 2. Gujarat has the highest number of airports. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

1 Statement 1 is incorrect. Gujarat has the longest coastline in India (approx. 1600 km), not Andhra Pradesh. Andhra Pradesh has the second longest coastline (approx. 974 km). 2 Statement 2 is considered correct by the answer key. It claims Gujarat has the highest number of airports among Indian states. (Note: The number of functional airports changes over time. In the early 2000s, Gujarat did have a relatively high number including major, domestic, and smaller airstrips. Whether it was strictly the highest needs verification for that specific period, but we follow the key).

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