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Which geological feature primarily distinguishes the origin of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands from the Lakshadweep Islands?

ARiverine deposition

BGlacial erosion

CTectonic and volcanic activity

DAeolian deposits

Answer:

C. Tectonic and volcanic activity

Read Explanation:

  • Out of the 572 islands of Andaman and Nicobar, only 36 are inhabited.

  • The Bay of Bengal islands include the Andaman and Nicobar Islands which are largely tectonic and volcanic in origin.

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