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MAH LLB 3 Year CET 2026 (1 April Shift 1)

Which major port is also known as the 'Gateway of Maharashtra'?

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Answer: Option B — Mumbai Port

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Mumbai Port, a natural deep-water harbour on the west coast, has been Maharashtra's main sea entry point for centuries; the Gateway of India monument stands on its waterfront.

JNPT (Nhava Sheva, Navi Mumbai) is a newer container port; Mormugao is in Goa and Visakhapatnam (Vizag) is in Andhra Pradesh.

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Remember: Mumbai Port = Gateway of Maharashtra (natural harbour); JNPT = largest container port; Mormugao = Goa.

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