Petroleum refineries are not necessarily located nearer to crude oil producing areas, particularly in many of the developing countries. Explain its implications. (2017)

Approach       

1. Introduce your answer by briefly writing about the purpose of petroleum refinery. (30-40 words)
2. Some of the reasons for petroleum refineries not located near oil fields. (70-90 words)
3. Implications of the petroleum refineries not located near oil fields. (100-110 words)
4. Conclude. (30 words)