The Islands

Total Questions: 36

21. With reference to the 'Galapagos Islands' situated in the Pacific Ocean, which of the following statements is/are correct? [U.P. R.O./A.R.O. (Mains) 2021]

(1) They are formed due to volcanic activity.

(2) They are part of South American nation Peru.

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Correct Answer: (a) Only 1
Solution:The 'Galapagos Islands' located in the Pacific Ocean have originated due to volcanic activity. They are part of South American nation Ecuador. The Archipelago is a group of 19 islands, 13 large and 6 small, and dozens of islets and rocks that cover an area of over 17,000 square miles.

It is distributed on either side of the Equator with an underwater wildlife spectacle with abundant life. Repeated volcanic eruptions helped to form the rugged mountain landscape of the Galápagos Islands.

In comparison with most oceanic archipelagos, the Galapagos are very young with the largest, and youngest islands, Isabela and Fernandina, with less than one million years of existence, and the oldest islands, Española and San Cristóbal, somewhere between three to five million years. Mount Azul, at 5,541 feet, is the highest point of the Galapagos Islands.

  • Climate: It is characterized by low rainfall, low humidity, and relatively low air and water temperatures.
  • It is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1978

22. Which of the following is the largest island of Japan ? [U.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 1991]

Correct Answer: (d) Honshu
Solution:Japan is a group of four main islands Hokkaido, Shikoku, Kyushu & Honshu. Honshu is the largest island where capital Tokyo is situated. The islands, Hokkaido (83,453.57 km²) is in the north and mainland Honshu (228000 km²) and Shikoku & Kyushu are situated at south-west of the archipelago.

23. The largest island of Japan in terms of the geographical area is: [66th B.P.S.C. (Pre) 2020]

Correct Answer: (b) Honshu
Solution:Japan is a group of four main islands Hokkaido, Shikoku, Kyushu & Honshu. Honshu is the largest island where capital Tokyo is situated. The islands, Hokkaido (83,453.57 km²) is in the north and mainland Honshu (228000 km²) and Shikoku & Kyushu are situated at south-west of the archipelago.

24. Which of the following represents the correct north to south sequence of the following four islands of Japan? [U.P. R.O./A.R.O. (Pre) 2017]

Correct Answer: (c) Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku, Kyushu
Solution:The correct sequence of the four islands of Japan in North to South direction is as follows: Hokkaido–Honshu–Shikoku–Kyushu. Honshu is the largest and most populous island of Japan. The island separates the sea of Japan from the North Pacific Ocean. Hokkaido is the second largest island of Japan. The Tsugaru Strait separates Hokkaido from Honshu.

The two islands are connected by the undersea railway Seikan Tunnel. Shikoku is the smallest and least populous of the four main islands of Japan. Kyushu is the third largest island of Japan. Japan’s one of the most active volcano, Mt. Aso is on Kyushu Island.

25. Which one of the following presents the correct North-South sequence of the four major islands of Japan? [U.P. R.O./A.R.O. (Pre) 2017]

Correct Answer: (d) Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku, Kyushu
Solution:The correct sequence of the four islands of Japan in North to South direction is as follows: Hokkaido–Honshu–Shikoku–Kyushu. Honshu is the largest and most populous island of Japan. The island separates the sea of Japan from the North Pacific Ocean. Hokkaido is the second largest island of Japan.

The Tsugaru Strait separates Hokkaido from Honshu. The two islands are connected by the undersea railway Seikan Tunnel. Shikoku is the smallest and least populous of the four main islands of Japan. Kyushu is the third largest island of Japan. Japan’s one of the most active volcano, Mt. Aso is on Kyushu Island.

26. Which one of the following presents the correct North-South sequence of the four major islands of Japan? [U.P.B.E.O. (Pre) 2019]

Correct Answer: (d) Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku, Kyushu
Solution:The correct sequence of the four islands of Japan in North to South direction is as follows: Hokkaido–Honshu–Shikoku–Kyushu. Honshu is the largest and most populous island of Japan. The island separates the sea of Japan from the North Pacific Ocean. Hokkaido is the second largest island of Japan.

The Tsugaru Strait separates Hokkaido from Honshu. The two islands are connected by the undersea railway Seikan Tunnel. Shikoku is the smallest and least populous of the four main islands of Japan. Kyushu is the third largest island of Japan. Japan’s one of the most active volcano, Mt. Aso is on Kyushu Island.

27. Where are the Balearic islands located? [I.A.S. (Pre) 2005]

Correct Answer: (a) Mediterranean Sea
Solution:The Balearic Islands are an archipelago of Spain in the Western Mediterranean Sea. The Balearic Islands are an autonomous division of Spain. Balearic Islands consist group of 4 major island.

The archipelago has Palma de Mallorca as the capital. The official languages in the Balearic Islands are Catalan and Spanish. The Balearic Islands have been part of Spain since 1833 and became autonomous in 1983.

28. On which river is the world's largest river island? [M.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 1997]

Correct Answer: (c) Brahmaputra
Solution:Majuli is a river island in the Brahmaputra river (Assam). It is the largest river island in the world. Majuli became a first riverine island to be made a district in India.

29. Which of the following is an island continent? [Uttrakhand U.D.A./LDA (Mains) 2006]

Correct Answer: (d) Australia
Solution:Australian Continent is an island continent. It is the smallest continent in the world. Australia is the smallest continent and the largest island of the world. Hence, it is also called 'Island continent'.

It comprises of mainland Australia, Tasmania, New Guinea, New Britain, and small neighbouring islands (such as Misool and Waigeo, just to the northeast of the Maluku Islands at the edge of its continental shelf). It was discovered in 1770 by James Cooke, who was an English sailor. It lies completely in the Southern Hemisphere.

The northern half of Australia is situated in the tropical zone and the southern half is situated in the temperature zone. The Tropic of Capricorn passes through the middle of this continent.Two-third part of Australia is covered with plateau which is known as 'Western Plateau', where rainfall is very scanty and deserts have developed.

30. Grenada is located in- [Uttrakhand P.C.S. (Pre) 2012]

Correct Answer: (c) Caribbean Sea
Solution:Grenada is an island country consisting of three islands in the Southeastern Caribbean Sea. Grenada is also known as the “Island of Spice” because of the excess production of spices. It is located approx 160 km North from Venezuela.