UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 27
Which of the following is geographically closest to Great Nicobar ?
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Correct answer: A
Correct Option: A
Explanation: Great Nicobar lies at the southern end of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands near the northern tip of Sumatra, across the Great Channel.
Option-wise Analysis:
A: Correct - Correct-Sumatra is the closest listed landmass to Great Nicobar.
B: Incorrect - Borneo is farther east across maritime Southeast Asia.
C: Incorrect - Java lies southeast beyond Sumatra and is farther away.
D: Incorrect - Sri Lanka is much farther west across the Bay of Bengal/Indian Ocean.