BPSC PT 71

Q. The two volcanic Islands in the Indian Territory are –

a) Pamban and Barren
b) Bitra and Kavaratti
c) Kavaratti and New Moore
d) Narcondam and Barren
Correct Answer: d) Narcondam and Barren

Question from BPSC PT 71, 2025

Correct Answer: d) Narcondam and Barren

Explanation:
– India’s two volcanic islands are both in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands: Barren Island (India’s only active volcano) and Narcondam (a dormant/possibly extinct volcanic island).
– The other options are not volcanic:
– Pamban is a sedimentary island near Rameswaram (Tamil Nadu).
– Bitra and Kavaratti are coral atolls in Lakshadweep.
– New Moore (South Talpatti) was a sandbar/islet in the Bay of Bengal, not volcanic.

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