Question
Download Solution PDFIndia has ______ Km of land border and a coastline of 7,516.6 Km including island territories.
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SSC GD Constable (2024) Official Paper (Held On: 21 Feb, 2024 Shift 3)
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Option 4 : 15,106.7
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Key Points
- India has 15,106.7 Km of land border.
- India also has a coastline of 7,516.6 Km including island territories.
- The land border of India spans across seven countries: Pakistan, China, Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan.
- India's coastline touches the Indian Ocean, Arabian Sea, and the Bay of Bengal.
- The extensive land border and coastline play a crucial role in India's geopolitical and strategic significance.
Additional Information
- India's border management is governed by various forces including the Border Security Force (BSF), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), and Assam Rifles.
- India's coastline is managed and protected by the Indian Coast Guard and the Indian Navy.
- Efforts to enhance border security include the construction of border fences, deployment of advanced surveillance technology, and bilateral agreements with neighboring countries.
- India's maritime boundary is crucial for trade, with major ports like Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, and Visakhapatnam playing a key role in international trade.
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