UPPSC PCS 2025 · Question 59 of 150

The Suez Canal connects which of the following? Atlantic Ocean Red Sea Mediterranean Sea Indian Ocean Select the correct answer from the code given below: Code:

Geography

A1 and 2
B3 and 4
C1 and 3
D2 and 3Correct

Answer: D. 2 and 3

Explanation

The Suez Canal is an artificial sea-level waterway in Egypt , connecting the Mediterranean Sea (north) with the Red Sea (south). It provides the shortest maritime route between Europe and Asia , avoiding the need to navigate around the Cape of Good Hope (southern tip of Africa).

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