Q. Consider the following statements:
1.Deep sea mining is the extraction of mineral resources from the ocean floor in deep ocean waters.
2.Currently, exclusive economic zones are governed by the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Seas (UNCLOS).
3.The deep-sea floor is devoid of any significant marine life due to the harsh environment and lack of nutrients.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation –
Statement 1 is correct. Deep-sea mining is the process of retrieving mineral deposits from the ocean below 200 metres—the deep seabed, which covers around two-thirds of the total seafloor.
Statement 2 and 3 are incorrect. Currently, Countries manage their own maritime territory and exclusive economic zones, while the high seas and the international ocean floor are governed by the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Seas (UNCLOS). Despite the extreme conditions, the deep-sea floor supports a surprisingly diverse array of marine life. It is home to unique organisms adapted to high pressures, cold temperatures, and a lack of sunlight.
Source: ForumIAS
