Ports of India (count): How many major ports are there in India under the central system? Refer to the list of notified major ports. Choose the correct number.

Concept/Approach
India has 12 major ports administered under central legislation (e.g., Deendayal/Kandla, Mumbai, JNPT, Mormugao, New Mangalore, Cochin, Chennai, Kamarajar/Ennore, VOC/Tuticorin, Visakhapatnam, Paradip, and Kolkata–Haldia).

Final Answer
12