Don't Miss Out (Page 262) Can you spot the port, highway and railway network on the map in Fig. 12.24 Class 7
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Don't Miss Out (Page 262) Can you spot the port, highway and railway network on the map in Fig. 12.24 Class 7
Can you spot the port, highway and railway network on the map in Fig. 12.24 (see textbook, page 261)? How do you think they helped make Surat a trading hub? Class 7

Answer:
- The port allows ships to bring in goods and send out products, connecting Surat to international markets.
- Highways and railways facilitate the quick movement of goods across the country, making it easier for suppliers and retailers to access products.
This efficient transportation system reduce travel time and cost, encourage trade, operate businesses smoothly and meet consumer demands, contributing to Surat a trading hub.