Gulf, bay or strait
Laccadive Sea
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Overview
The Laccadive Sea lies between the south-west coast of India, the Lakshadweep islands, the Maldives and Sri Lanka.
It is warm, with coral reefs around the atolls of Lakshadweep and the Maldives, and supports rich tuna and other fisheries.
Important sea lanes between the Gulf and East Asia pass through or near it, close to India's south-western coast.
Geography and key facts
- Between India, Lakshadweep, Maldives and Sri Lanka
- Coral atolls and reefs
- Rich fisheries
- Close to major shipping routes
Why it matters for UPSC
Learn the seas around India: Arabian Sea, Laccadive Sea, Bay of Bengal, Andaman Sea.
Note for UPSC
Between India, Lakshadweep, the Maldives and Sri Lanka.
Useful for questions on maritime geography, ports and islands nearby.
Asked in PYQs
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Key facts
- Type
- Gulf, bay or strait
- Location
- At sea
- Coordinates
- 8.000°N, 75.000°E
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In the lessons
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