Indian coasts (fisheries): Why is marine fishing less developed along the Saurashtra (Kathiawar) coast? Assess physical oceanography and coastal morphology constraints affecting fish productivity and harbours. Choose the main reason.
General Knowledge
Indian Geography
Difficulty: Medium
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Answer
Correct Answer: Narrow, rocky continental shelf with poor nutrient upwelling and fewer natural harbours
Explanation
Concept
- Good fishing grounds correlate with broad shelves, nutrient upwelling, and sheltered harbours.
ReasoningThe Saurashtra coast has a relatively narrow/rocky shelf, limited nutrient upwelling, and fewer natural inlets, reducing plankton productivity and hampering harbour development, which in turn limits a robust fishing industry.
Final AnswerNarrow, rocky continental shelf with poor nutrient upwelling and fewer natural harbours.