With reference to the Galapagos Islands, which of the following statem

With reference to the Galapagos Islands, which of the following statements is/are correct ?

  • 1. They are formed due to volcanic activity
  • 2. They are part of the South American nation, Peru
  • 3. They are situated in the Pacific Ocean

Select the correct answer using the code given below :

1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
2 and 3 only
3 only
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2023
Statements 1 and 3 are correct, while Statement 2 is incorrect.
The Galapagos Islands are an archipelago of volcanic islands located in the Pacific Ocean (Statement 3). They were formed by volcanic activity millions of years ago (Statement 1).
The Galapagos Islands are a province of Ecuador (Statement 2 is incorrect), located approximately 1,000 kilometers (620 miles) off the coast of the country. The islands are famous for their unique biodiversity, studied by Charles Darwin, which influenced his theory of evolution by natural selection.