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Statewise GK · Q950

Odisha GK

Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 950

Q950

What was the earlier name of Abdul Kalam Island that is located off the coast of Odisha?

A.
Shortt's Island
B.
Subalaya Island
C.
Wheeler's Island
Answer
D.
Nalaban Island

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Dr. Abdul Kalam Island, formerly known as Wheeler Island, is a small island off the coast of Odisha, about 150 kilometres (93 miles) east of Bhubaneswar, the state capital. Hugh Wheeler, an English commandant, was the first to name the island.