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Prelims 2014 · Geography · Question 63

Which one of the following pairs of islands is separated from each other by the 'Ten Degree Channel'?

  1. Andaman and Nicobar
  2. Nicobar and Sumatra
  3. Maldives and Lakshadweep
  4. Sumatra and Java

Answer

Andaman and Nicobar

  • (a) Andaman and Nicobar: The Ten Degree Channel lies at about 10°N latitude and separates the Andaman Islands from the Nicobar Islands. Verdict: Correct.
  • (b) Nicobar and Sumatra: These are separated by the Great Channel, not the Ten Degree Channel. Verdict: Incorrect.
  • (c) Maldives and Lakshadweep: These island groups are in the Arabian Sea and are not separated by the Ten Degree Channel. Verdict: Incorrect.
  • (d) Sumatra and Java: These are separated by the Sunda Strait. Verdict: Incorrect.
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