In which one of the following places was Asias first Export Processing Zone set up?

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Q: 42 (IES/2009)
In which one of the following places was Asia’s first Export Processing Zone set up?

question_subject: 

Geography

question_exam: 

IES

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keywords: 

{'first export processing zone': [0, 0, 2, 0], 'cochin': [2, 0, 0, 1], 'asia': [0, 0, 1, 0], 'visakhapatnam': [4, 1, 9, 11], 'kandla': [1, 0, 0, 0]}

The correct answer is option 2: Kandla. An Export Processing Zone (EPZ) is a designated area in a country where goods can be imported, manufactured, and then re-exported with certain benefits and incentives. Asia`s first EPZ was set up in Kandla, Gujarat, India.

Let`s dissect the options to understand why the correct answer is Kandla:

Option 1: Cochin – Cochin is a port city and has played an important role in India`s maritime trade. However, it is not the location where Asia`s first EPZ was set up.

Option 3: Noida – Noida is a city in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India. It is known for its industrial development and houses several software and export-oriented companies. However, Noida is not the location of Asia`s first EPZ.

Option 4: Visakhapatnam – Visakhapatnam is a major port city in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is also known for its industrial and export activities. However, it is not the location of Asia`s first EPZ.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2: Kandla. It was in Kandla, Gujarat, India where Asia`s first Export