Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Netzarim Corridor:
1.It is a militarized strip constructed inside the Gaza Strip connecting the eastern border with Israel directly to the Mediterranean coastline.
2.The corridor geographically bisects the Gaza Strip into a northern district and a southern sector.
3.The axis falls under the direct peacekeeping administration of the United Nations Truce Supervision Organization (UNTSO).
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Detailed Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: The Netzarim Corridor is a militarized route established across the Gaza Strip running from the Israeli border near Be’eri straight to the Mediterranean shore.
- Statement 2 is correct: Geographically, the corridor cuts east-west across Gaza south of Gaza City, effectively separating Northern Gaza from central and southern regions.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: The corridor was created and is controlled by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) during operations, not UNTSO.
