Question

Where is the Duncan passage located?

Answer 1

Duncan Passage is a strait in the Indian Ocean. It is located in between South Andaman and Little Andaman. This passage lies within the exclusive economic zone of India protected by the integrated tri-services Andaman and Nicobar Command of Indian Military. The passage has a width of around 48km. Bay of Bengal lies to the west of passage and to the east there lies Andaman sea. The passage acts as a separation between Rutland Island (part of Great Andaman) to the north, and Little Andaman to the south.

Islands along the passage

There are a few islands that lie along this passage. The islands are listed below:

• North Cinque Island
• South Cinque Island
• Passage Island
• The Sisters
• North Brother Island
• South Brother Island