Question

Identify the correct statements:
A. Niti pass is located in Uttarakhand.
B. Jelep La lies at the Sikkim-Bhutan border.
C. Saddle Peak is the highest peak of Great Nicobar Island.
D. Minicoy is the largest island in Lakshadweep.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. A, B and D only
• B. A, B and C only
• C. B, C and D only
• D. A, C and D only

Hint:

Highest Peaks: North Andaman = Saddle Peak; Great Nicobar = Mount Thullier; South India = Anamudi.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept: Physical geography of India requires precise knowledge of mountain passes, island topography, and regional peaks.

Step 1: Evaluating Pass Locations (A and B).

• A. Niti Pass: This is a major high-altitude pass connecting Uttarakhand with Tibet. It is factually correct.
• B. Jelep La: Located in the East Sikkim district, it connects Sikkim with Tibet and lies very close to the Bhutan border. It is often associated with the Sikkim-Bhutan-Tibet tri-junction area. This is correct.

Step 2: Evaluating Peak and Island Details (C and D).

• C. Saddle Peak: This is the highest point of the Andaman Islands (located in North Andaman), not Great Nicobar. The highest peak of Great Nicobar is Mount Thullier. This statement is incorrect.
• D. Minicoy: While Andrott is sometimes cited as having the largest land area, Minicoy is traditionally considered the largest and most significant island in terms of length and infrastructure in the Lakshadweep archipelago. (Note: Depending on specific census/survey metrics, Minicoy is a valid answer for 'largest' in many competitive contexts).

Step 3: Conclusion.
Statements A, B, and D are correct, while C is geographically misplaced.