A
1 only
B
Both 1 and 2
C
Neither 1 nor 2
D
2 only
Correct answer: (a) 1 only
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct as Jawahar Dweep (Butcher Island) is an oil terminal island situated in Mumbai harbour. Statement 2 is incorrect because it is regulated by the Mumbai Port Authority, not the Kandla Port Authority.
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