Which water body separates Andaman in the north and Nicobar in the south?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Ten Degree Channel.
The Ten Degree Channel serves as the significant maritime divide between the Andaman Islands to the north and the Nicobar Islands to the south in the Bay of Bengal.
This strategically important waterway derives its name from its position along the 10°N latitude line. Spanning approximately 150 kilometers in width, the channel is a critical navigational route for international shipping and regional maritime activities. Its depths exceed 1,000 meters, making it accessible for large vessels.
The Ten Degree Channel not only marks a geographical and administrative boundary between India's Andaman and Nicobar Union Territory but also represents a biological transition zone, where the flora and fauna of the two island groups begin to differ due to varying ecological conditions.
Other Options:
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Eight Degree Channel: Separates Minicoy (Lakshadweep) from the Maldives.
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Nine Degree Channel: Divides main Lakshadweep islands (like Kavaratti) from Minicoy.