Question

Which of the following best describes the primary economic activity of the inhabitants of Lakshadweep?

• A. Industrial manufacturing
• B. Large-scale agriculture
• C. Fishing
• D. Mining

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Fishing

• Lakshadweep is India's smallest union territory consisting of a group of islands in the Arabian Sea. The economy of Lakshadweep is primarily based on fishing because:

• The islands are surrounded by abundant marine resources

• The geographical limitations of small islands restrict large-scale agriculture or industrial development

• Coconut cultivation is also important, but fishing remains the dominant economic activity

• Fish and fish products form a major part of their exports

• The traditional occupation of many inhabitants has been fishing for generations