Update

Muft Shiksha™ एक 100% Free Education Portal है 🇮🇳, जिसका उद्देश्य Class 9–12 के हर विद्यार्थी तक High-Quality Education को पूरी तरह मुफ्त पहुँचाना है। 🇮🇳 हम मानते हैं कि अच्छी शिक्षा किसी student की आर्थिक स्थिति पर निर्भर नहीं होनी चाहिए। 🇮🇳 हर विद्यार्थी को वही Quality Study Material, MCQs, Quizzes, Exam Preparation, Concept-Based Learning और Bilingual Support मिलना चाहिए, जो आमतौर पर महंगी Coaching या Premium Platforms में मिलता है। Muft Shiksha™ 🇮🇳 इसी सोच के साथ बनाया गया है

Subjects
0 reads0 ratings0 helpful

Which is the most balanced description of the role of islands in India's size?

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: They affect southern extent, coastline and maritime contact

The governing concept is that a country’s geographical size includes more than its mainland area. India’s islands, especially the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep, contribute to its southern or offshore extent, broaden its maritime presence, and add to the length and significance of its coastline. They also influence sea routes, communication, security and contact with the Indian Ocean region. Option A is therefore the most balanced because it combines spatial and functional effects. Option B is incorrect because islands do not form India’s land boundary with neighbouring countries. Option C confuses islands with the Standard Meridian, while option D is obviously geographically meaningless.

Related tags

IslandsSouthern ExtentMaritime ContactSize And ExtentIndia LocationGeographyClass 11 Mcq

Was this question useful?

No ratings yetWrite a review / Rate this question

Student Reviews

No published reviews yet.

Add Muft Shiksha to your Home Screen

In Safari, tap Share, then Add to Home Screen.