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Which Indian geography term is associated with location or extent “include Lakshadweep in the Arabian Sea and Andaman-Nicobar in the Bay of Bengal” and also with “Lakshadweep is mainly of coral origin”?

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AIndian mainland
BIndian island groups
CTropic of Cancer
DIndian Standard Meridian
Correct Answer: Indian island groupsYour Answer: B

Explanation

Correct Answer: Option B — Indian island groups. Indian island groups is correct because it is include Lakshadweep in the Arabian Sea and Andaman-Nicobar in the Bay of Bengal. It is also associated with Lakshadweep is mainly of coral origin, which provides a second reliable identifying clue. These features are standard physical-geography facts and are useful for map-based and statement-based competitive-exam questions. Why the other options are incorrect: Option A — Indian mainland: It is extends approximately from 8°4′ N to 37°6′ N latitude; this is the specific geographical association of Indian mainland. Option C — Tropic of Cancer: It is passes through the central part of India; this is the specific geographical association of Tropic of Cancer. Option D — Indian Standard Meridian: It is located at 82°30′ east longitude; this is the specific geographical association of Indian Standard Meridian. Exam Takeaway: Connect Indian island groups with “include Lakshadweep in the Arabian Sea and Andaman-Nicobar in the Bay of Bengal” for quick revision.

Important Notes

  • Indian island groups is India's two major offshore island groups.
  • Location or extent: include Lakshadweep in the Arabian Sea and Andaman-Nicobar in the Bay of Bengal.
  • Key feature: Lakshadweep is mainly of coral origin.
  • Exam association: Barren Island in the Andaman Sea is associated with India's active volcano.
  • Indian island groups should not be confused with Tropic of Cancer, which is the parallel located at about 23°30′ north latitude.

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