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UPSC 2022 · Q86 · Current Affairs › International Conflicts & Security · Save

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.
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Answer: (b) China and Japan engage in maritime disputes over these islands in East China Sea.
UPSC 2022 · Q87 · Current Affairs › International Conflicts & Security · Save

Consider the following pairs : Country : Important reason for being in the news recently

  1. Chad — Setting up of permanent military base by China
  2. Guinea — Suspension of Constitution and Government by military
  3. Lebanon — Severe and prolonged economic depression
  4. Tunisia — Suspension of Parliament by President

How many pairs given above are correctly matched ?

(a) Only one pair
(b) Only two pairs
(c) Only three pairs
(d) All four pairs
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Answer: (c) Only three pairs