Q. With reference to “Chagos Archipelago” consider the following statements:
1.It comprises low level islands in the Pacific Ocean.
2.Salomon island is present in its northern side.
3.The islands were a once a colony of the French.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 is incorrect. Chagos Archipelago comprises around 58 small, very low-lying islands in the middle of the Indian Ocean.

Statement 2 and 3 are correct.  Salomon island is present in the northern part of Chagos Archipelago. The islands were a once a colony of the French.

Source: ORF

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