Describe any three features of waterways in India.

Features of waterways in India are:

(i) India has been one of the seafaring countries.

(ii) Seamen sailed far and near; carrying and spreading; Indian commerce and culture.

(iii) Waterways are the cheapest means of transport.

(iv) They are most suitable for carrying heavy and bulky goods over a long distance.

(v) It is a fuel-efficient and environment-friendly mode of transport.

(vi) 95% of the country's trade volume is moved by sea.

The three features of waterways in India:

(i) They are most suitable for carrying heavy and bulky goods.

(ii) They are fuel efficient and environment-friendly means of transport.

(iii) Around 95% of the country’s trade volume is moved by sea.