Which of the following regarding gateway city is/are <strong>correct</strong>?<br>1. City whose physical location makes it a link between one country and others, or between one region and others<br>2. A gateway city exercises control over a large area because it commands the entry and exit rights and powers for a particular country or region<br>3. Most gateway cities are ports, many of which were formerly administrative centres for a colonial government<br>Select the correct answer using the code given below.

  1. A. 1 only
  2. B. 1 and 2 only
  3. C. 2 and 3 only
  4. D. 1, 2 and 3 ✓

Correct Answer: D. 1, 2 and 3

Explanation

Gateway cities serve as prime links between countries/regions, exerting economic and administrative control over entry/exit points. Historically, many major ports acted as colonial administrative centers.

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