Question

Consider the following statements:

The Barren Island volcano is an active volcano located in the Indian territory.
Barren Island lies about 140 km east of Great Nicobar.
The last time the Barren Island volcano erupted was in 1991 and it has remained inactive since then.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 and 3

(c) 3 only

(d) 1 and 3

Answer 1

2 and 3 is the best answer for me

Answer 2

Option A, 1 only, is the right answer.

The scientists of National Institute of Oceanography (based in Goa, India) have confirmed that the Barren Island Volcano, located in the Andaman and Nicobar (around 140 km northeast to Port Blair; the capital of Andaman) has become alive again. This Volcano was dormant for 150 years and erupted in the year 1991 since then it is active.