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SSC MTS 2019 PYQ — Question 34

SSC MTS Previous Year - 08 August 2019 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q34

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On which of the following islands India’s only active volcano is situated?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

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

  • Barren Island is an island located in the Andaman Sea. It is the only confirmed active volcano in South Asia.
  •  It is a part of the Indian Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands and lies about 138 km (86 mi) northeast of the territory's capital, Port Blair.
  • The first recorded eruption of the volcano dates back to 1787.
  • Since then, the volcano has erupted more than ten times, with the most recent one being in May 2, 2023.