Why in the News?
- The United Kingdom has put on hold the deal to cede sovereignty of the Chagos Islands, keeping the long-running UK–Mauritius sovereignty dispute unresolved.
About the Chagos Islands
- Location: Central Indian Ocean
- Distance: About 1,600 km south of India
- Type: Archipelago (group of islands)
- Status: British Overseas Territory
- Established: 1965 (British Indian Ocean Territory)
Major Islands in Chagos Archipelago
- Diego Garcia (Largest island)
- Peros Banhos Atoll
- Solomon Islands
- Egmont Islands
- Eagle Islands
- Nelsons Island
- Three Brothers Islands
- Danger Island
| [2022] Which one of the following statements best reflects the issue with Senkaku Islands, sometimes mentioned in the news? a) It is generally believed that they are artificial islands made by a country around South China Sea. b) China and Japan engage in maritime disputes over these islands in East China Sea. c) A permanent American military base has been set up there to help Taiwan to increase its defence capabilities. d) Though International Court, of Justice declared them as no man’s land, some South-East Asian countries claim them. |
