Demchok and Depsang have been major areas of contention in the border disputes between India and China. Considering this, which one of the following statements is correct? |ForumIAS

Q. Demchok and Depsang have been major areas of contention in the border disputes between India and China. Considering this, which one of the following statements is correct?

[A] Depsang is a high-altitude desert, while Demchok is forested

[B] Depsang is a flat plain suitable for tank maneuvers, while Demchok is mountainous

[C] Depsang borders Pakistan as well as China, while Demchok only borders China

[D] Depsang has no water bodies, while Demchok is situated near rivers

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation – The Depsang Plains are known for their relatively flat terrain, which makes them suitable for military maneuvers, including the movement of tanks. In contrast, Demchok is situated in a more mountainous region with complex terrain. Demchok is situated in the Leh district of Ladakh, India. It lies near the confluence of the Charding Nullah and the Indus River. The Depsang Plains are located in Northern Ladakh, near the strategic Daulat Beg Oldi post and the Karakoram Pass. The plains are part of the Aksai Chin region controlled by China but claimed by India.

Source: The Hindu

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