Consider the following pairs of islands and related water bodies: I. Kharg — Persian Gulf II. Vaan — Gulf of Mannar III. Tuti — Red Sea IV. Qeshm — Arabian Sea How many of the above pairs are correctly matched? | UPSC CAPF 2026 Q No 73

Accepted Answer: (B) 2

Topic Covered: Geography and Environment

Key Concept: Physical geography, maps, climate and environmental systems

The correct option follows from the underlying quantitative, logical or geographical relationship. “2” is obtained by applying the defining rule, formula, map fact or classification relevant to the question.

The key is to apply the central fact, formula, definition or relationship tested in the question and then eliminate alternatives that do not satisfy it.