Question

What do you mean by trans Indian Ocean Routes.

Answer 1

Hint: Ocean navigation routes (also known as Sea Lines of Communication) are transit routes used by commercial vessels, military vessels, and non-commercial/non-military ships. India, at the head of the Indian Ocean and in the heart of the Eastern Hemisphere, commands trade routes in every way.

Complete answer:
India's location at the head of the Indian Ocean confers considerable strategic value and aids in the maintenance of trade and commerce. It assists India in maintaining tight ties with West Asia, Africa, and Europe on the western coast, as well as southeast and east Asia on the eastern shore. It is also an important transit place for marine routes connecting the two regions, namely European and East Asian countries.

The term "Trans Indian Ocean Routes" refers to routes that connect countries with coasts on the Indian Ocean to other parts of the world, such as Europe and Australia.

Trans Indian ocean routes make it easier for foreign ships to travel to India. It occupies a vital position since Trans Indian Ocean routes connect both industrialised and developing countries.

Because India's east and west coasts have numerous natural harbours, the country has had a thriving marine trade from ancient times.

Note: India has several strategic advantages due to its trans-Indian ocean routes-
- On the western shore, India can keep commercial connections with West Asia, Africa, and Europe, while on the eastern side, it can maintain trading connections with Southeast and East Asia.
- India has the longest coastline, which aids trade with Africa, Southeast Asia, Australia, and Europe. Which acts as the transit point for sea routes.
- Because of its central location in South Asia, India is well-positioned to trade with Australia as well as the countries of Africa, the Middle East, and the Far East.