Q. Nainativu Island, recently seen in the news, is located in which one of the following strait?
Answer:
Palk Strait
Notes: The Sri Lanka Sustainable Energy Authority recently partnered with an Indian company to construct "Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems" on Delft, Neduntheevu, Nainativu, and Analaitivu islands near Jaffna peninsula. Nainativu Island, located in the Palk Strait near Jaffna, holds historical significance and is a pilgrimage site for Hindus and Buddhists. Notably, it houses the Nagapooshani Amman Kovil, a historic Hindu temple dedicated to the principal goddess Amman, identified with the renowned Tamil deity Meenakshi. The Mahavamsa mentions Buddha's second visit to the island.