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UPPSC 2021 GS-I Indian Geography
Question

With reference to Socotra Island, which of the following statement/s is/are correct ?

1. It is an Island of Oman, situated in the Arabian Sea.
2. It was designated as a world natural heritage site by UNESCO in 2008.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: Only 2

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Only 2”.
Socotra or Saqatri is an island of the Republic of Yemen in the Indian Ocean.

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