Which of the following is the southernmost of the Lakshadweep islands?

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  1. Bitra
  2. Kavaratti
  3. Amini
  4. Minicoy

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Option 4 : Minicoy
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The Correct Answer is Minicoy.

Key Points

  • The Minicoy Island is the southern-most island of Lakshadweep.
  • It is situated at a distance of 398 km (215 nautical miles) south-west of Kochi between 8° 15′ and 8° 20′ N latitude and 73° 01′ and 73° OS’ E longitude.
  • It has an area of 4.80 sq km.
  • This island lies near the 9 0 Channel.

 Important Points

  • Bitra Island is the smallest inhabited island of Lakshadweep with a land area of 0.105 sq km.
  • Kavaratti is the capital of the Union Territory of Lakshadweep.
  • Amini Island is at a distance of 407 km (220 nautical miles) from Kochi and located between Kavaratti Island in the south and Kadmat Island in the north.
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