Q58 / 270 · NDA 2019 (Phase 2) · General Ability

Which one of the following statements about the Suez Canal is not correct?

  • A
    The Suez Canal was constructed in 1869.
  • B
    It links the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea.
  • Correct answer
    C
    It has a six lock system and ships cross the different levels through these locks.
  • D
    It has given Europe a new gateway to the Indian Ocean.

Solution

The Suez Canal is a man-made waterway connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean via the Red Sea. The Suez Canal is an open cut, without locks, and, though extensive straight lengths occur, there are eight major bends.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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