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Assertion (A): The distance between India and the Western countries was shortened by the construction of the Suez Canal.

In Assertion-Reason, check both parts calmly. Here, the combination that fits is Both (A) and (R) are true and (R).... In Canals, this is how Assertion and Reason are linked. If you check Assertion first, then Reason, then the link, the answer becomes clear. That is the simple way to do it.

Ref: [UPPCS (Pre) 1992] | NCERT Geography textbooks and Goh Cheng Leong, Certificate Physical and Human Geography, discuss Canals and explain the geographical concepts and processes that support the correct answer for this question.

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Which one of the following inter-national waterways is not operated through lock-system?

This question is asking for the one that stands apart, and that is Suez Canal. In Canals, Suez Canal has a special feature that makes it stand apart. That is the whole point here. Once you notice what makes Suez Canal special, the answer feels easy.

Ref: [RAS/RTS (Pre) 2013] | NCERT Geography textbooks and Goh Cheng Leong, Certificate Physical and Human Geography, discuss Canals and explain the geographical concepts and processes that support the correct answer for this question.

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Which of the following canal is used as an inland waterway in Southern Germany?

In simple words, which of the following canal is used means Ludwings Canal. In Canals, this is one of those facts you just remember once and it stays. Think of which of the following canal is used and Ludwings Canal together. Once you see the link, you will not need to think twice in the exam.

Ref: [UPPCS (Pre) 2017] | NCERT Geography textbooks and Goh Cheng Leong, Certificate Physical and Human Geography, discuss Canals and explain the geographical concepts and processes that support the correct answer for this question.

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Kiel Canal connects

Imagine you are revising Canals late at night. The one fact you would underline for Kiel Canal connects is North Sea - Baltic Sea. That is exactly what this question is asking. It is a direct question, so the answer is also direct. Just keep it simple.

Ref: [RAS/RTS (Pre) 1999] | NCERT Geography textbooks and Goh Cheng Leong, Certificate Physical and Human Geography, discuss Canals and explain the geographical concepts and processes that support the correct answer for this question.

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Which one of the following countries is planning to construct a rival to the Panama Canal to link the Pacific and Atlant

In Canals, there is a simple fact that answers this. Which one of the following countries is is Nicaragua. That is all the question wants. Many students get it right because they have heard this line before. Now you have heard it too, so it will stay with you.

Ref: [IAS (Pre) 2007] | NCERT Geography textbooks and Goh Cheng Leong, Certificate Physical and Human Geography, discuss Canals and explain the geographical concepts and processes that support the correct answer for this question.

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Soo Canal connects

In Canals, there is a simple fact that answers this. Soo Canal connects is Superior and Huron. That is all the question wants. Many students get it right because they have heard this line before. Now you have heard it too, so it will stay with you.

Ref: [UPPCS (Pre) 1991] | NCERT Geography textbooks and Goh Cheng Leong, Certificate Physical and Human Geography, discuss Canals and explain the geographical concepts and processes that support the correct answer for this question.

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Panama Canal connects

The main idea is really simple. In Canals, Panama Canal connects is always linked with Pacific Ocean and Atlantic Ocean. That is the point the question is checking. Once you know this link, you will feel confident. It is one of those questions that rewards simple revision.

Ref: [43rd BPSC (Pre) 1999] | NCERT Geography textbooks and Goh Cheng Leong, Certificate Physical and Human Geography, discuss Canals and explain the geographical concepts and processes that support the correct answer for this question.

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The port pair located at both ends of the Suez Canal is

You know, this one is quite easy if you have read Canals once. The port pair located at both ends is all about Port Said and Suez. That is the whole story here. No need to make it hard. Just remember Port Said and Suez for this topic and you are done.

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Suez Canal connects

I will keep it short and simple. The question is about Suez Canal connects, and in Canals the answer is Red Sea with Mediterranean Sea. This is a direct fact from the chapter. Read it, understand it once, and it will feel familiar when you see it again.

Ref: [RAS/RTS (Pre) 1999 30th BPSC (Pre) 1993 UPPCS (Pre) 1992] | NCERT Geography textbooks and Goh Cheng Leong, Certificate Physical and Human Geography, discuss Canals and explain the geographical concepts and processes that support the correct answer for this question.

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One will not have to pass through the Suez Canal while going from Bombay to

Let me explain it simply. The question is asking about One will not have to pass through, and the answer is Suez. In Canals, Suez is the name you will see again and again for this topic. Read it twice, say it once, and it will stick.

Ref: [IAS (Pre) 1997] | NCERT Geography textbooks and Goh Cheng Leong, Certificate Physical and Human Geography, discuss Canals and explain the geographical concepts and processes that support the correct answer for this question.

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Which of the following is the largest navigation canal of the world?

You can think of it as a small story. In Canals, which of the following is the largest happened with Suez Canal. That is why Suez Canal is the answer here. Stories are easier to remember than lists. So keep this small story in mind and you will recall it.

Ref: [UPPSC (GIC) 2010 UPPCS (Pre) 2005, 1995] | NCERT Geography textbooks and Goh Cheng Leong, Certificate Physical and Human Geography, discuss Canals and explain the geographical concepts and processes that support the correct answer for this question.

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