Which is the largest sea located in the North Indian Ocean, covering an area of about 3.86 million square kilometres?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is: (d) Arabian Sea
Explanation:
· The Arabian Sea is the largest sea in the northern part of the Indian Ocean.
· It covers approximately 3.86 million sq. km, and is bounded by India, Pakistan, Iran, Oman, and the Arabian Peninsula.
· It plays a crucial role in India's monsoon and trade via the Mumbai and Gujarat ports.
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· Important ports: Mumbai, Mormugao, Kandla.
· Connected to the Red Sea via Gulf of Aden and the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait.
· Major shipping route between Asia and Europe.
· Significant for monsoon development.
· Home to Lakshadweep Islands and economic zones.
Additional Information:
· Java Sea: Located in Indonesia; not part of the Indian Ocean.
· Andaman Sea: Lies to the east of Andaman Islands; smaller in area.
· Red Sea: Lies between Africa and Arabia; much smaller in size than Arabian Sea.