Explanation:

- The Andaman and Nicobar Islands consist of a cluster of islands in the Bay of Bengal.

- This archipelago features two main groups: the Andaman Islands and the Nicobar Islands.

- Option 1: 372 - This is incorrect. The islands number more than this.

- Option 2: 472 - Incorrect as well. The count is higher.

- Option 3: 572 - This correctly reflects the total number of islands and islets in the Andaman and Nicobar chain.

- Option 4: 672 - This overstated the number.