Question

UPSC Prelims 2017 Question:

Which of the following is geographically closest to Great Nicobar?

1. Sumatra
2. Borneo
3. Java
4. Sri Lanka

Answer (Detailed Solution Below)

Option 1: Sumatra

Detailed Solution

Explanation:

Great Nicobar is the southernmost and largest of the Nicobar Islands of India, north of Sumatra. The island of Sumatra is located 180 km to the south of Great Nicobar.
The distance from Great Nicobar to Borneo is 2,398 km.
The distance from Great Nicobar to Java stands is 1,817 km.
The distance from Great Nicobar to Sri Lanka is 1437 km.

Therefore, option (1) is the correct answer.

Subject: Geography | Mapping

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