Q. Wheeler Island , which is used to test various missiles and other defense equipments of India is located in which state?
Answer: Odisha
Notes: Wheeler Island is now known as Dr. Abdul Kalam Island. The island is located off the coast of Odisha, India, about 150 km east of Bhubaneswar. It is the only missile test firing range in India for defense purposes. The island was originally named after English commandant Lieutenant Hugh Wheeler. In September 2015, the island was renamed to honor the late Indian President, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam. Kalam was the 11th President of India. His work with the Defense Research and Development Organization earned him the title of Missile Man of India. The Integrated Test Range (ITR) missile testing facility is located on the island.