Ten MCQs on current International and national events - 113

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A-Category MCQs -113

Q1. With reference to the Strait of Hormuz, consider the following statements:

1. It handles nearly one-fifth of global petroleum trade.
2. Any disruption in the Strait can influence inflation in oil-importing countries like India.
3. Freedom of navigation through the Strait is protected under international maritime law.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 1 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (d)

Explanation: All three statements are correct. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's busiest energy chokepoints, carrying nearly one-fifth of g