Q. With reference to United Nation Conference on Law of Seas (UNCLOS), consider the following statements:
1. The US has signed but not ratified the treaty.
2. As per India’s Exclusive Economic Zone Act, foreign warships including submarines cannot enter or pass through the territorial waters of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: D
Notes:
Both statements are incorrect.
- US has neither signed nor ratified the UNCLOS treaty.
- Section 4(2) of India’s Exclusive Economic Zone Act, allows foreign warships including submarines to enter or pass through the territorial waters. However, it requires prior notice to the Central Government. They are also required to navigate on the surface and show their flags.
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