Question

Which of the following islands is known for having a weather observatory and being the largest island in its group?

• A. Kavaratti
• B. Minicoy
• C. Pamban
• D. Sriharikota

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Minicoy

• The Minicoy is the largest (4.5 sq km) and has a lighthouse and a weather observatory.

• Kavaratti - While Kavaratti is the capital of Lakshadweep, the text does not mention it having a weather observatory or being the largest island.

• Pamban - Pamban is an island in the Gulf of Mannar, but it is not described as having a weather observatory or being the largest in its group.

• Sriharikota - Sriharikota is known for its space launch center, but not for a weather observatory or being the largest in a island group in the context of the provided text.