Geography • Indian GeographyEasy
Which of the following islands is an active volcanic island located in the Indian territory of the Andaman and Nicobar group?
A. Narcondam Island
B. Barren Island✓ Correct Answer
C. Ross Island
D. Sentinel Island
💡 Solution & Explanation
Barren Island in the Andaman Sea is the only active volcanic island in the Indian territory and the broader South Asian region. Narcondam Island is also volcanic, but its volcano is categorized as dormant rather than active.
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