These essential MCQ questions are selected from the most important topics in Lakshadweep Union Territory examinations 2026. Sections include Island Geography, Coral Reef Ecosystem, Marine Biodiversity, Minicoy Island, Malayalam and Mahl Languages, Strategic Importance and Current Affairs — important for UPSC and Lakshadweep UT examinations. For truely unlimited daily MCQ practice, visit Vooo AI Education.
🐠 Lakshadweep Geography & GK
1The capital of Lakshadweep is:
Answer: D — Kavaratti
Kavaratti is the capital and largest town of Lakshadweep Union Territory. It is the administrative headquarters and the most developed island in the archipelago. Lakshadweep means "Hundred Thousand Islands" in Sanskrit — though only 36 islands exist, of which only 11 are permanently inhabited with a population of about 65,000.
Kavaratti is the capital and largest town of Lakshadweep Union Territory. It is the administrative headquarters and the most developed island in the archipelago. Lakshadweep means "Hundred Thousand Islands" in Sanskrit — though only 36 islands exist, of which only 11 are permanently inhabited with a population of about 65,000.
2Lakshadweep is India's smallest Union Territory by:
Answer: C — Both area and population
Lakshadweep is India's smallest Union Territory by both area (32 sq km of land) and population (about 65,000). Despite its tiny land area, it has an Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) of about 4 lakh sq km. The islands are spread over about 78,000 sq km of the Arabian Sea.
Lakshadweep is India's smallest Union Territory by both area (32 sq km of land) and population (about 65,000). Despite its tiny land area, it has an Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) of about 4 lakh sq km. The islands are spread over about 78,000 sq km of the Arabian Sea.
3Lakshadweep islands are formed by:
Answer: B — Coral reefs (atolls and coral islands)
Lakshadweep consists of 12 atolls, 3 reefs and 5 submerged banks formed by coral reefs. The islands are low-lying (highest point about 4-5 metres above sea level) making them extremely vulnerable to sea-level rise due to climate change. The coral reefs around the islands support extraordinary marine biodiversity.
Lakshadweep consists of 12 atolls, 3 reefs and 5 submerged banks formed by coral reefs. The islands are low-lying (highest point about 4-5 metres above sea level) making them extremely vulnerable to sea-level rise due to climate change. The coral reefs around the islands support extraordinary marine biodiversity.
4The people of Lakshadweep mainly follow which religion?
Answer: C — Islam
Over 96% of Lakshadweep's population follows Islam. According to tradition, Islam was introduced by the Arab merchant and Sufi saint Ubaidullah in the 7th century CE. The islanders are closely related to the people of Kerala culturally and linguistically. The social structure follows a matrilineal system in most islands.
Over 96% of Lakshadweep's population follows Islam. According to tradition, Islam was introduced by the Arab merchant and Sufi saint Ubaidullah in the 7th century CE. The islanders are closely related to the people of Kerala culturally and linguistically. The social structure follows a matrilineal system in most islands.
5Minicoy Island in Lakshadweep is unique because:
Answer: B — It speaks Mahl (Dhivehi) and has a distinct culture
Minicoy (Maliku) is culturally and linguistically distinct from the other Lakshadweep islands. Its people speak Mahl (Dhivehi), which is closely related to Maldivian, and have strong ties with the Maldives. Minicoy has a beautiful lighthouse built in 1885. Its dance form Kolkali and music traditions differ from the rest of Lakshadweep.
Minicoy (Maliku) is culturally and linguistically distinct from the other Lakshadweep islands. Its people speak Mahl (Dhivehi), which is closely related to Maldivian, and have strong ties with the Maldives. Minicoy has a beautiful lighthouse built in 1885. Its dance form Kolkali and music traditions differ from the rest of Lakshadweep.
6Lakshadweep's main economic activity is:
Answer: B — Coconut and fish-based economy with tourism
Lakshadweep's economy is based on coconut cultivation (copra), fishing (especially tuna) and growing eco-tourism. Coconut palms cover almost the entire land area. The islands are famous for their crystal-clear lagoons, coral reefs and water sports. Only a few islands are open to Indian tourists; foreign tourists need special permits.
Lakshadweep's economy is based on coconut cultivation (copra), fishing (especially tuna) and growing eco-tourism. Coconut palms cover almost the entire land area. The islands are famous for their crystal-clear lagoons, coral reefs and water sports. Only a few islands are open to Indian tourists; foreign tourists need special permits.
7The Pitti Island in Lakshadweep is a Bird Sanctuary famous for:
Answer: B — Nesting of brown noddies and sooty terns
Pitti (Piti) Island is an uninhabited island in Lakshadweep declared a Bird Sanctuary because it is an important nesting site for large colonies of brown noddies (Anous stolidus) and sooty terns (Onychoprion fuscatus). Hundreds of thousands of seabirds nest here. No human habitation is allowed to protect the nesting birds.
Pitti (Piti) Island is an uninhabited island in Lakshadweep declared a Bird Sanctuary because it is an important nesting site for large colonies of brown noddies (Anous stolidus) and sooty terns (Onychoprion fuscatus). Hundreds of thousands of seabirds nest here. No human habitation is allowed to protect the nesting birds.
8Lakshadweep is strategically important for India because:
Answer: B — It provides surveillance over Arabian Sea shipping lanes
Lakshadweep's strategic importance lies in its location in the Arabian Sea, controlling major international shipping lanes between the Persian Gulf and Indian Ocean. India has established naval and coast guard outposts on the islands. The islands are important for surveillance, maritime patrol and India's maritime security in the western Indian Ocean.
Lakshadweep's strategic importance lies in its location in the Arabian Sea, controlling major international shipping lanes between the Persian Gulf and Indian Ocean. India has established naval and coast guard outposts on the islands. The islands are important for surveillance, maritime patrol and India's maritime security in the western Indian Ocean.
9The Agatti Island in Lakshadweep has:
Answer: A — India's only coral airport
Agatti Island has the only airport in Lakshadweep — Agatti Airport — which is built on coral. The short runway (1,204 metres) allows only small ATR aircraft to operate. It is one of the most scenic airports in the world, surrounded by turquoise lagoons and coral reefs. The airport is the main gateway to Lakshadweep by air.
Agatti Island has the only airport in Lakshadweep — Agatti Airport — which is built on coral. The short runway (1,204 metres) allows only small ATR aircraft to operate. It is one of the most scenic airports in the world, surrounded by turquoise lagoons and coral reefs. The airport is the main gateway to Lakshadweep by air.
10Which famous Indian scientist conducted research on coral reefs in Lakshadweep?
Answer: C — S.Z. Qasim
Dr. Syed Zahoor Qasim (1926-2015), a distinguished Indian oceanographer, conducted pioneering research on coral reefs, marine biology and oceanography in Lakshadweep. He was the founding director of the National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) and the National Antarctic Research Expeditions. He received the Padma Bhushan for his contributions to marine science.
Dr. Syed Zahoor Qasim (1926-2015), a distinguished Indian oceanographer, conducted pioneering research on coral reefs, marine biology and oceanography in Lakshadweep. He was the founding director of the National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) and the National Antarctic Research Expeditions. He received the Padma Bhushan for his contributions to marine science.
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