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Two India-bound oil tankers, Marivex and MSG, were observed transiting the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.
Marivex is transporting oil from Bandar Abbas in Iran to India's New Mangalore Port.
MSG is carrying cargo from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to India.
The transit occurred on the second day of a regional ceasefire, highlighting the Strait's continued importance for global shipping.
The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow, strategically vital waterway connecting the Persian Gulf (also known as the Arabian Gulf) to the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. It is bordered by Iran to the north and the Musandam Governorate of Oman and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to the south. Its geographical position makes it one of the world's most important oil transit chokepoints.
India's heavy reliance on oil imports from the Middle East makes the Strait of Hormuz a critical artery for its energy supply.
Tensions and conflicts in the region directly impact the safety and navigability of the Strait, affecting international relations and trade.
Beyond oil, the Strait facilitates a substantial volume of global maritime trade, making its stability crucial for the world economy.
The right of innocent passage through international straits is a key principle tested by events in this region.
GS-I Geography (important geographical features), GS-II International Relations (India and its neighbourhood, effect of policies on India's interests), GS-III Security (maritime security, energy security).
General Awareness (Geography, Current Affairs).
General Awareness (Economy, Current Affairs, International Affairs).
General Knowledge (World Geography, Current Affairs).
General Knowledge (Geopolitics, Maritime Security, Strategic Locations).
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Answer: 1 and 3 only
The Radcliffe Committee was appointed to
Answer: delimit the boundaries between India and Pakistan
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Answer: None
High for UPSC (Geography, IR, Security), Medium for other exams (Current Affairs, GK).
A narrow, strategically important waterway connecting the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea.
A narrow channel or passage that is strategically important for maritime traffic, often due to its geographical location, and whose closure can have significant global impact.
The uninterrupted availability of energy sources at an affordable price, crucial for a nation's economic stability and growth.
A major port city in southern Iran, serving as a key hub for maritime trade in the Persian Gulf.
A deep-water, all-weather port located in Mangaluru, Karnataka, India, handling various types of cargo including crude oil.