Q. Many countries such as North Korea, Burma etc. ban possession of a satellite phones and possessing the satellite phones is illegal over there. In this context, please consider the following:
Satellite Phones usually bypass local telecom systems and pose a threat to Government
The Governments in these countries want mass surveillance and / or lack the technology to intercept satellite phone traffic.
These countries need to enter into an international convention which they don’t want to.
Which among the above hold correct reason for the given statement?
Answer: Only 1 & 2 are correct
Notes: Satellite Phones usually bypass local telecom systems and pose a threat to Government.The Governments in these countries want mass surveillance and / or lack the technology to intercept satellite phone traffic. There is no need of any international convention.
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