Which of the following is the westernmost island of the Lakshadweep group?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Agatti
Explanation:
• Agatti Island is the westernmost inhabited island of the Lakshadweep archipelago.
• It lies to the west of the Indian mainland in the Arabian Sea.
• Agatti has the only airport in Lakshadweep, making it a vital entry point.
• It is part of a coral atoll and features a narrow strip of land with a vibrant lagoon.
• The island plays a key role in connecting the rest of the Union Territory.
Information Booster:
• Lakshadweep comprises 36 islands, including atolls, reefs, and submerged banks.
• Minicoy is the southernmost, while Agatti lies further west compared to other islands.
Additional Knowledge:
Kavaratti (Option a)
• Capital of Lakshadweep but not the westernmost.
Kadmat (Option c)
• Located to the east of Agatti.
Minicoy (Option d)
• Southernmost island, located near the Maldives, not in the west.