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Which of the following is geographically closest to Great Nicobar?

[UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2017 Prelims]

(a) Sumatra

(b) Borneo

(c) Java

(d) Sri Lanka

Answer: (a)

Explanation:

Great Nicobar, the largest island of the Nicobar Islands, is situated in the southern part of the Nicobar Islands in India.
To the south of Great Nicobar lies the Sumatra Island, which is the closest to Great Nicobar at a distance of 1,192 kms, making option 1 correct.
Borneo is located 2,398 kms away from Great Nicobar, while Java stands at a distance of 1,817 kms.
Sri Lanka is situated at a distance of 1,437 kms from Great Nicobar.

Therefore, option (a) is the correct answer.

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