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The island group that lies to the south-east of India is ____________.

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Lakshadweep
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Maldives
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Andaman and Nicobar group
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Diu
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Solution

The correct option is C Andaman and Nicobar group
  • It comprises two island groups, the Andaman Islands and the Nicobar Islands, separated by the 10°N parallel, with the Andamans to the north of this latitude, and the Nicobars to the south.
  • The Andaman Sea lies to the east and the Bay of Bengal to the west.
  • Geographically located at 11° 41' N and 92° 46' E, these islands are a part of the Bay of Bengal
  • Two groups of islands, the Andaman and the Nicobar islands lie towards the Southeastern part of the Indian mainland.

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