📘 Islands of India – Part 1 | Andaman Islands in Detail | Geography | UPSC | State PCS | SSC

Описание: 📘 Islands of India – Part 1 | Andaman Islands in Detail | Geography | UPSC | State PCS | SSC

In this video, we begin a detailed discussion on the Islands of India, focusing on the Andaman Islands. This topic is very important for UPSC, State PCS, SSC, NDA, CDS and other competitive examinations.

The Andaman Islands are strategically, geographically and historically significant for India.


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📍 Location and Structure

Located in the Bay of Bengal

Part of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands Union Territory

Capital: Port Blair

Separated from Myanmar by the Coco Channel

Ten Degree Channel separates Andaman and Nicobar groups



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🌋 Physical Features

Mountainous and forest-covered islands

Saddle Peak – Highest point in Andaman

Only active volcano of India – Barren Island

Narcondam Island – Volcanic origin


These islands are formed due to tectonic activity and are part of the submerged Arakan Yoma mountain range.


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🌳 Climate and Vegetation

Tropical climate

Heavy rainfall

Dense evergreen forests

Rich biodiversity

Important marine ecosystem



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👥 Tribes of Andaman

Great Andamanese

Onge

Jarwa

Sentinelese


These are among the oldest surviving tribal communities in the world.


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⚓ Strategic Importance

Close to Malacca Strait

Important for India’s maritime security

Presence of Andaman & Nicobar Command (Tri-services command)



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🏛 Historical Importance

Cellular Jail – Associated with freedom struggle

Used as a British penal settlement



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🎯 Why Important for Exams?

Frequently asked in Geography and Environment

Important for Internal Security and IR

Tribal and biodiversity related questions

Prelims + Mains relevance



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