Q. Consider the following statements:
- Statement-I: The Arctic region is primarily governed by an international treaty similar to that of the Antarctic.
- Statement-II: The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) governs territorial claims in the Arctic region.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Answer:
Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
Notes: Statement-I:
- This statement is incorrect.
- The Arctic lacks a comprehensive international treaty like the Antarctic Treaty System, which demilitarizes and protects the Antarctic region.
Statement-II:
- This statement is correct.
- UNCLOS provides the legal framework for territorial claims and maritime boundaries in the Arctic, allowing nations to assert rights over seabed resources.