Which place in India was known as 'kala pani'?

Correct option is D

Ans. (d) Andaman Islands

Sol. The Andaman Islands were historically known as 'Kala Pani', meaning "Black Water" in Hindi. The term was associated with the Cellular Jail in Port Blair, where the British colonial rulers imprisoned Indian freedom fighters during the struggle for independence. The name 'Kala Pani' symbolized the harsh punishment and isolation faced by the prisoners, as crossing the sea was considered a social taboo in ancient India.

Information Booster:

• The Cellular Jail was built between 1896 and 1906 by the British.
• It had 698 solitary cells, designed to keep prisoners isolated.
• Many freedom fighters, including Veer Savarkar, Batukeshwar Dutt, and Yogendra Shukla, were imprisoned here.
• The jail was known for its inhumane treatment, including forced labor and torture.
• The Andaman Islands were used as a British penal colony from 1858.
• Today, the Cellular Jail is a national memorial dedicated to India’s freedom struggle.
• The "Light and Sound Show" at the jail narrates the sacrifices of the freedom fighters.

Additional Information:

• (a) Gulf of Kutch – A water body along Gujarat’s coast, known for marine biodiversity and industrial ports.
• (b) Kerala’s backwaters – A network of lagoons and canals, famous for houseboats and tourism.
• (c) Lakshadweep – A group of coral islands in the Arabian Sea, known for pristine beaches and marine life.