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Geography question from UPSC CSE-Prelims, 2018

The Mascarene Islands, located in the east of Madagascar is a group of Islands consisting of Reunion, Mauritius, Rodrigues. In which ocean are those islands located?

Last updated May 15, 2026
Correct Answer: Option C — Indian
The Mascarene Islands are a volcanic archipelago located in the southwestern Indian Ocean. They sit on the Mascarene Plateau, roughly 700 to 1,500 kilometers east of Madagascar.

Key Details of the Archipelago:
The group is named after the Portuguese navigator Pedro Mascarenhas, who visited them in the early 16th century. It primarily consists of:

Réunion: An overseas department of France.

Mauritius: An independent island nation.

Rodrigues: An autonomous outer island belonging to Mauritius.
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UPSC CSE 2018 Prelims

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Exam UPSC CSE
Stage Prelims
Year 2018
Subject Geography
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