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UPSC Prelims 1999 · World Geography · Countries, Rivers and Resources
Which one of the following port cities in Venezuela has been developed as an oil port?
- (a) Caracas
- (b) Maracaibo
- (c) Maracay
- (d) Carupano
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: (b) Maracaibo
Maracaibo, on Lake Maracaibo, is Venezuela’s oil port and oil region.
Why the others are wrong
(a) Caracas is the capital.
(c) Maracay is an inland city.
The trap
None.
🔒 Venezuela: largest proven oil reserves (Orinoco belt).
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