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Q · Tectonic PlateMedium · 45s
Which Indian island group was formed due to plate movement over a hotspot?
TopicTectonic Plate
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Explanation: Lakshadweep atolls are remnants of volcanic activity linked to the Reunion hotspot.
Final Answer: Option B — Lakshadweep