In Newsisland
Great Nicobar Island
Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India
Why in news
Jun 2026
Reports noted that environmental and tribal scrutiny of the island's Rs 81,000-crore infrastructure project remains incomplete.
Key facts
- Reports noted that environmental and tribal scrutiny of the island's Rs 81,000-crore infrastructure project remains incomplete.
UPSC relevance
Prelims
Prelims may ask its location and which country administers it.
Mains
Mains (GS-2/GS-3): maritime security and island development.
Asked in UPSC
2015, 2009
Frequently asked questions
Why is Great Nicobar Island in the news?
Jun 2026: Reports noted that environmental and tribal scrutiny of the island's Rs 81,000-crore infrastructure project remains incomplete.
Why is Great Nicobar Island important for UPSC?
Prelims may ask its location and which country administers it. Mains (GS-2/GS-3): maritime security and island development.
Last updated: 2026-10-09