The Laccadive, Minicoy and Amindive islands were renamed Lakshadweep in:
A1947
B1987
C1973
D1956
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. 1973
1. They are small coral islands.
2. The name Lakshadweep dates from 1973.
3. They cover only 32 sq km.
_Source: NCERT Class 9 Contemporary India I, Chapter 2, Physical Features of India._
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