Andaman and Nicobar Islands - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   Which of the following is/are tribes of Andaman and Nicobar Islands?

1) Onges
2) Kora
3) Sentinelese

a. 1, 3
b. 1
c. 2, 3
d. 1, 2, 3
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: 1, 2, 3

Explanation:

  • The major tribes found are – Nicobarese, Jarawas, Shom pens, Onges, Andmanese and Sentinelese.
  • Apart from these there are other tribes with smaller populations - Chariar, Chari, Kora, Tabo, Bo, Yere, Kede, Bea, Balawa, Bojigiyab, Juwai and Kol.
2)   Which tribe of Andaman and Nicobar islands has the largest population?

a. Jarawa
b. Shompen
c. Andamanese
d. Nicobarese
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Nicobarese

Explanation:

  • As per the census 2011, Nicobarese has the largest population.
  • It is followed by Jarawas, Shom pens, Onges, Andmanese and then Sentinelese.
  • Nicobarese follow Islam and Christianity.

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