Which degree channel separates “Minicoy Island from Maldives”?

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[A] Six degree channel

[B] Eighth degree channel

[C] Nine degree channel

[D] Ten degree channel

Answer: B

Notes:

8 Degree Channel (8 degrees north latitude) separates islands of Minicoy and Maldives.

Source: NCERT XI – India Physical Environment