INDIAN GEOGRAPHY

PHYSIOLOGY OF INDIA

INDIAN PHYSIOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Consider the following statements:
A
given above is/are correct? [IAS 2009]
B
1 only
C
2 only
D
Both 1 and 2
E
Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Both the statements given below are correct. The continental shelves of Lakshadweep are originated due to coral reefs. The continental shelves of western coast are due to faulting and submergence.

Detailed explanation-2: -Lakshadweep islands are known as coral islands because they have been formed from corals, and marine invertebrates classified into the class Anthozoa of the phylum Cnidaria.

Detailed explanation-3: -The islands of Lakshadweep are known as coral islands since they were formed from corals. Corals are made from the skeletons, or polyps, of small marine animals. Hence, Option A. True is the correct answer.

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