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Duncan Passage lies between

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Andaman and Nicobar Islands
  2. South Andaman and Little Andaman
  3. Little Andaman and Nicobar
  4. Amindivi and Lakshadweep Island

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: South Andaman and Little Andaman

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B. South Andaman and Little Andaman šŸ“š Explanation: Duncan Passage is a wide strait in the Indian Ocean that separates South Andaman from Little Andaman island. It is about 48 kilometers wide and serves as an important shipping route. The passage is part of the Andaman and Nicobar archipelago. Knowing these water channels is essential for studying the geography of India's island territories.