Question: Which of the following is the first beach in India to get blue flag certification?
A Chandrabhaga beach
B Marina beach
C Gopalpur
D Gokarna
Answer: Chandrabhaga beach
| Property | Chandrabhaga Beach | Marina Beach | Gopalpur Beach | Gokarna Beach |
| Location | Konark, Odisha | Chennai, Tamil Nadu | Gopalpur, Odisha | Gokarna, Karnataka |
| Beach Type | Golden sandy beach | Urban, sandy beach | Golden sandy beach | Rocky and sandy beach |
| Blue Flag Certified | Yes, first Blue Flag beach in Asia (June 5, 2018) | No | No | No |
| Scenic Beauty | Stunning and picturesque | Scenic but can be crowded | Serene and peaceful | Pristine and natural |
| Sea Conditions | Strong and dangerous currents | Generally calm | Moderate waves | Moderate to strong currents |
| Popular Activities | Sunbathing, swimming, water sports | Strolling, picnicking, horseback riding | Beachcombing, kite flying, fishing | Sunbathing, swimming, beach trekking |
| Nearby Attractions | Sun Temple of Konark, Konark Dance Festival | Various monuments, aquarium | Olive Ridley Turtle Nesting Site | Om Beach, Mahabaleshwar Temple |
| Accessibility | Nearest Airport: Biju Patnaik International Airport (Puri) | Nearest Airport: Chennai International Airport | Nearest Airport: Biju Patnaik International Airport (Bhubaneswar) | Nearest Airport: Goa International Airport |
| Best Time to Visit | October to March | November to February | October to March | October to March |