Indian Physical Geography : Physiography

Q 14 / 42

UPSC CSE Prelims 2015

Which one of the following countries of South-West Asia does not open out to the Mediterranean Sea?

EXPLANATION

Correct Option (b):

Jordan is the only country among the given options that does not have a direct coastline on the Mediterranean Sea. It is geographically landlocked from the Mediterranean, although it possesses a short coastline on the Red Sea via the Gulf of Aqaba.

Incorrect Options:

  • Syria: This country has a significant western coastline along the Mediterranean Sea, including major port cities such as Latakia and Tartus.
  • Lebanon: It possesses an extensive Mediterranean coastline to its west, with key port cities like Beirut and Tripoli.
  • Israel: This country features a western coastline on the Mediterranean Sea, including important port cities such as Tel Aviv and Haifa.