A ship going from Chennai to Kochi goes around Sri Lanka rather than crossing through the Palk Strai...........

Geography World - Water Bodies

A ship going from Chennai to Kochi goes around Sri Lanka rather than crossing through the Palk Strait, that divides India and Sri Lanka. Why is this so?

International vessels are not allowed in Palk Strait.

It is too shallow for ships to cross

The Palk Strait has disputed islands.

Shipping is prohibited through Palk Strait due to the religious significance of Ram Setu.

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Explanation:

2nd option is correct. A ship going from Chennai to Kochi goes around Sri Lanka rather than crossing through the Palk Strait, that divides India and Sri Lanka because it is too shallow for ships to cross.