1. The Lakshadweep islands group, which lies close to the Malabar coast (Kerala). This group of islands is composed of small coral islands. Earlier, they were known as Lacadive, Minicoy and Amindive. In 1973, these were named as Lakshadweep. They cover a small area of 32 sq km.

2. Kavaratti Island is the administrative headquarters of Lakshadweep. In this group, the Pitti Island has a bird sanctuary which is uninhabited.

3. The Andaman and Nicobar islands are two chains of densely forested islands. The Andamans are bigger in size. They are more numerous and scattered. The entire group of islands is divided into two broad categories: the Andamans in the North and the Nicobars in the South. These islands are believed to be an elevated portion of submarine mountains. The southernmost tip of these islands (called Indira Point) is more South than the Indian mainland.

India’s only active volcano is found on Barren Island in the Andaman and Nicobar islands. These islands are of great strategic importance for the country. There is great diversity of flora and fauna in this group of islands. They lie close to equator and experience equatorial and climate with thick forest cover.

Corals: Coral polyps are short-lived microscopic organisms which live in colonies. They flourish in shallow, mud free and warm waters. They secrete calcium carbonate. The coral secretion and their skeletons form coral deposits in the form of reefs. The reefs are mainly of three kinds; barrier reef, fringing reef and atoll. The Great Barrier Reef of Australia is a good example of the first kind of coral reef.

Conclusion:

The mountains are the major sources of waters and forest wealth.

The Northern plains are the granaries of the country. They provided the base for early civilizations.

The plateau is a storehouse of minerals; whit has played a crucial role in the industrialization of the country.

The coastal regions and island groups provide sites for fishing and port related activities.

Thus, the diverse physical features of the land haw immense future possibilities for development.

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Question : 1

Lakshadweep Island group lie close to the malabar coast of kerala. Which of the following is the adminitrative headquarters of lakshdweep?
A. Kavaratti
B. Laccadive
C. Amindive
D. Minicoy
Right Option : A
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Explanation

Lakshadweep Island group lie close to the malabar coast of kerala. Kavaratti is the adminitrative headquarters of lakshdweep.

Kavaratti Island is the headquarters of the Union Territory of Lakshadweep. This island is at a distance of 404 km (218 nautical miles) from Kochi and is located between Agatti Island on the west and Andrott Island on the east.

Kavaratti Island is the administrative headquarters of Lakshadweep. In this group, the Pitti Island has a bird sanctuary which is uninhabited.
The Kavaratti is the capital of the Union Territory Lakshadweep in India.The Island of Kavaratti lies 360Km of the coast of the State of Kerala at 10.57°N 72.64°E. is the closest major city on the Indian mainland at a distance of 404 km (218 nmi). It has a lagoon area of 3.46 sq mi.Karavatti has been selected as one of the hundred Indian cities to be developed as asmart city under PM Narendra Modi’s flagship Smart Cities Mission.
The island is 2 to 5 m above the mean sea level on the western side and 2 to 3 m on the eastern side.It is located in the centre of Lakshadweep archipelago. Strangely Kavaratti has a small inland lake at its Northern end. The island itself is stretched over an area of slightly more than 4 sq kms and has the maximum percentage of non – islanders as residents.
As is the case with other islands of Lakshadweep, Kavaratti has warm sandy veaches where toursits can unwind themselves. Though the beaches are narrow, the lagoons around Kavratti are fabulous with star fish, anemones, sea cucumers, countless multi- hued fishes astounding corals. Located to the west of the Island the lagoon is best suited for swimming, kayaking, wind surfing and canoeing.
To the South of the Island lies Chicken Neck point which is an absolutely fantastic place for water sports including scuba diving and snorkelling. A glass bottom boat ride offers tourists and opportunity to view the rich marine life and an array of extraordinary corals.

Hence, Option A is correct.

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Pre-Historic Period

Indus Valley Civilization

Vedic Civilization

Religious Reform Movement

The Early Kingdoms

The Mauryan Empire

Post Mauryan Period

The Age Of The Guptas

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Age of Rajput