Recently, which of the following States has explored the possibility of constructing an artificial inland port to be connected to sea by a long navigational channel?

The Government of Rajasthan has explored the possibility of developing an Inland Shipping Port at Jalore.

This port would be connected to the Arabian Sea via a channel along the Kutch Creek.

The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) discussed the proposal with Rajasthan government officials, and a pre-feasibility study was planned to assess the port's development potential.

Therefore, Rajasthan is the correct answer.

Sources:

• PIB - Development of Inland Shipping Port at Jalore, Rajasthan