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Which strait separates India from Sri Lanka?
Question

Which strait separates India from Sri Lanka?

A.

Palk

B.

Hormuz

C.

Gibraltar

D.

Sunda

Correct option is A


Correct Answer: (A) Palk
Explanation:
→ The Palk Strait separates India and Sri Lanka.
→ It lies between Tamil Nadu and northern Sri Lanka.
→ The strait connects the Bay of Bengal with the Gulf of Mannar.
→ Adam’s Bridge (Rama Setu) is located here.
→ Therefore, the correct answer is Palk Strait.
Information Booster:
→ Palk Strait is about 40–85 km wide.
→ Named after Robert Palk.
→ Important for regional geography questions.
→ Forms a shallow sea passage.
Additional Information (Other Options):
Option (B): Hormuz lies between Iran and Oman.
Option (C): Gibraltar lies between Europe and Africa.
Option (D): Sunda lies between Java and Sumatra.

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