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Question 86

Which one of the following statements best reflects the issue with Senkaku Islands, sometimes mentioned in the news?

AOptions

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A) It is generally believed that they are artificial islands made by a country around South China Sea.
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B) China and Japan engage in maritime disputes over these islands in East China Sea.
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C) A permanent American military base has been set up there to help Taiwan to increase its defence capabilities.
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D) Though International Court of Justice declared them as no man's land, some South-East Asian countries claim them.

BSolution

The Senkaku Islands (known as Diaoyu Islands in China) are a group of uninhabited islands in the East China Sea. These islands are subject to a territorial dispute between Japan, China, and Taiwan. Japan currently administers the islands, but China and Taiwan both claim sovereignty. The dispute is a significant source of tension in East Asia, often leading to confrontations between Chinese and Japanese vessels and aircraft in the surrounding waters. Therefore, option B accurately describes the issue with Senkaku Islands.

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CStrategy

For questions on disputed territories or regions often mentioned in the news, identify the countries involved in the dispute and the geographical area where it is located. Understanding the core issue behind the dispute is key.

DSyllabus Analysis

This question falls under International Relations and World Geography, specifically concerning geopolitical disputes and contested territories in the East China Sea.

EQuestion Analysis

Easy. The Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands dispute is a well-known ongoing geopolitical issue between China and Japan, frequently reported in international news.