Southeast Asia has captivated the attention of the global community over space and time as a geo-strategically significant region. Which among the following is the most convincing explanation for this global perspective

(a)

It was the hot theatre during the Second World War.

(b)

Its location between the Asian powers of China and India.

(c)

It was the arena of superpower confrontation during the Cold War period.

(d)

Its location between the Pacific and Indian Oceans and its preeminent maritime character.