Q. Which of the following straits are considered by India to be significant for securing its maritime interests?
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
A
1 and 2 only
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B
2 and 3 only
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C
1, 2 and 3
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D
2 only
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Solution
The correct option is A
1 and 2 only Explanation:
India’s Primary Area of Strategic Interest is its Maritime security.
Points 1 and 2 are correct: Strait of Hormuz joins, Gulf of Persia & Gulf of Oman and Malacca Strait joins, Andaman Sea & South China Sea.They cover the Indian ocean region. Thus, they both are very significant for India’s maritime interests.
Point 3 is incorrect: Yucatan Strait joins the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea. Thus, it is not significant for India’s strategic interest.