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SSC CHSL 2019 PYQ — Question 34

SSC CHSL - 10th July 2019 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q34

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______ is the only active volcano in South Asia.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Barren Island.

Barren Island, located in the Andaman Sea, is the only active volcano in South Asia. It last erupted in 2022, confirming its active status. The island is uninhabited and monitored by the Indian government due to its volcanic activity.

Other Options:

  1. Dhinodhar Hills – An extinct volcanic site in Gujarat, India, not active.

  2. Tosham Hills – An ancient volcanic range in Haryana, India, now inactive.

  3. Narcondam Island – A dormant volcano in the Andaman Islands, with no recent eruptions.

Barren Island stands out as the only currently active volcano in the region, making it a significant geological feature in South Asia.