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:
– Indiaβs two volcanic islands are both in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands: Barren Island (Indiaβs 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.