Appendix 2: Glossary of Terms used in Andaman and Nicobar Islands !

Here are some terms related to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands:
  • Sri Vijaya Puram: The new name of Port Blair, the capital of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The name symbolizes the victory of India's freedom struggle. 
  • Jolly Buoy Island: A famous island in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands that is part of Mahatma Gandhi National Park. It is known for its coral, marine life, and white sand beaches. 
  • Neil Island: A smaller island that is a popular destination for its beaches, sunsets, and starry nights. 
  • Havelock Island: A top island in the Andaman Islands. 
  • Port Blair: The former capital of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. 
  • Shaheed-Dweep: The former name of the Andaman Islands during the time of Subhash Chandra Bose's Azad Hind. 
  • Swaraj-Dweep: The former name of the Nicobar Islands during the time of Subhash Chandra Bose's Azad Hind. 
  • Puluga: The deity that the tribal people of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands believe is responsible for everything on Earth. 
  • Lo-jen-kuo: The name given to the Andaman Islands by the Chinese Buddhist monk I-Tsing in 672 AD. 
  • Pulan Hantuman: The Malay name for the Andaman Islands. 
  • Nakkavaram: The Tamil name for the Nicobar Islands. 

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