Mediterranean Sea Bordering Countries UPSC

Mediterranean Sea Bordering Countries UPSC Question

Q. Which one of the following countries of South-West Asia does not open out to the Mediterranean Sea?

(a) Syria
(b) Jordan
(c) Lebanon
(d) Israel

UPSC Prelims Exam 2015

Ans: (b)

Solution: Among the given countries of South-West Asia, Jordan is the country that does not open out to the Mediterranean Sea. Syria, Lebanon, and Israel have coastlines along the eastern edge of the Mediterranean Sea. However, Jordan is located inland and does not have a direct border with the Mediterranean Sea.