Question

Which is the only ocean to be named after a country? Name the landmasses that are adjacent to it.

Answer 1

The Indian Ocean is the only ocean that is named after a country. It is because of the strategic trade position that India had held during the ancient times. Indian products such as spices, gold, silk and timber were in great demand in other countries of the world.

The Asian subcontinent is located to the north of the Indian Ocean, with India to the north, the African landmass to the east and the Australian landmass to the west.