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Which prominent maritime channel geographically separates the Lakshadweep islands of India from the Maldives?

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

Answer options

  1. Eight Degree Channel
  2. Ten Degree Channel
  3. Nine Degree Channel
  4. Duncan Passage

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Eight Degree Channel

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: A) Eight Degree Channel šŸ“š Explanation: The Eight Degree Channel is a crucial maritime boundary located precisely at 8 degrees north latitude in the Indian Ocean. It serves as the physical and international separator between the Indian island of Minicoy (part of Lakshadweep) and the neighboring Republic of Maldives to the south. The Nine Degree Channel separates Minicoy from the rest of Lakshadweep.