With reference to the Chagos Islands, consider the following statements: 1. The Chagos Archipelago is a British overseas territory located in the central Indian Ocean, and includes the strategically important Diego Garcia island. 2. The islands have mountainous terrain and several freshwater lakes and rivers. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. With reference to the Chagos Islands, consider the following statements:
1.The Chagos Archipelago is a British overseas territory located in the central Indian Ocean, and includes the strategically important Diego Garcia island.
2.The islands have mountainous terrain and several freshwater lakes and rivers.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: The Chagos Islands are a UK overseas territory in the central Indian Ocean. Diego Garcia, the largest island, hosts a key US military base.

Statement 2 is incorrect: The islands are flat and low-lying, with no rivers or lakes and most areas below 2 meters in elevation.

Source– NDTV

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