Question : The group of islands that form part of India and lie to the southeast of the Indian mainland in the Bay of Bengal is ______.
Option 1: Lakshadweep islands
Option 2: Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Option 3: Mannar Islands
Option 4: Maldives Islands
Correct Answer: Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Solution : The correct option is the Andaman and Nicobar Islands .
The group of islands that form part of India and lie to the southeast of the Indian mainland in the Bay of Bengal are the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
This island comprises 572 islands, of which only about 38 are permanently inhabited. These islands are known for their rich biodiversity, tropical rainforests, diverse indigenous tribes, and pristine beaches. The capital of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is Port Blair.
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