GS PrelimsGeography (Indian physical environment)India - Location1996

The Palk Bay lies between

Gulf of Kachchh and Gulf of Khambhat

Gulf of Mannar and Bay of Bengal

Lakshadweep and Maldives' Islands

Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

1. The Palk Bay is a shallow bay between the southeast coast of India (Tamil Nadu) and the Jaffna District of Sri Lanka. 2. It connects to the Bay of Bengal in the northeast and is bounded on the south by Pamban Island (India), Adam's (Rama's) Bridge, and the Gulf of Mannar. 3. Therefore, the Palk Bay lies between the Gulf of Mannar and the Bay of Bengal.

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