Q. Which country is popularly known as the 'Pearl Island'?
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Correct Answer: (A)
Panama
Explanation: Panama is known as the 'Pearl Island' because the Pearl Islands (Las Perlas Archipelago) in the Gulf of Panama were historically famous for producing valuable natural pearls during the Spanish colonial period.
Explanation by: Gita
Panama is known as the 'Pearl Island' because the Pearl Islands (Las Perlas Archipelago) in the Gulf of Panama were historically famous for producing valuable natural pearls during the Spanish colonial period.