Identifying the Strait Between India and Sri Lanka
The question asks to identify the strait located between the Indian state of Tamil Nadu and the Jaffna District of Sri Lanka.
By examining the geographical locations of the given options:
- Bering Strait connects the Arctic Ocean with the Pacific Ocean, separating Asia (Russia) and North America (USA).
- Palk Strait is situated between the Palk Bay and the Gulf of Mannar. It separates India (specifically Tamil Nadu) from Sri Lanka (specifically Jaffna District).
- Strait of Hormuz is a vital oil route connecting the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman.
- Strait of Malacca is a long strait connecting the Pacific Ocean and Indian Ocean, running between the Malay Peninsula and the Indonesian island of Sumatra.
Based on the geographical definitions, the Palk Strait is the correct answer as it directly lies between Tamil Nadu, India, and the Jaffna District of Sri Lanka.
