Geography Optional – Paper II
Page 14 – Strategic Regions & Border Disputes
Concept Notes + Model Questions (Q261–280)
1. Himalayan Strategic Significance
- Natural Barrier Function
- Glacier-fed Rivers
- High Altitude Warfare
- India-China LAC Zones
2. Key Strategic Regions
- Aksai Chin
- Arunachal Pradesh (Tawang)
- Gilgit-Baltistan
- Siachen Glacier
- Doklam Plateau
3. Maritime Strategic Regions
- Malacca Strait
- Hormuz Strait
- Bab-el-Mandeb
- Andaman & Nicobar Command
4. Border Infrastructure & Security Issues
- Border Roads Organisation (BRO)
- Smart Fencing
- Border Area Development Programme
- Cross-border Terrorism
Model Questions & Answers (Q261–270)
Q261. Discuss strategic importance of Siachen Glacier.
Answer: Siachen controls key mountain passes and provides strategic advantage over Karakoram region.
Answer: Siachen controls key mountain passes and provides strategic advantage over Karakoram region.
Q262. Explain Doklam issue.
Answer: Doklam plateau is strategically located near Siliguri Corridor; dispute between India and China via Bhutan.
Answer: Doklam plateau is strategically located near Siliguri Corridor; dispute between India and China via Bhutan.
Q263. Analyse importance of Siliguri Corridor.
Answer: Known as “Chicken’s Neck”, it connects mainland India to North-East states.
Answer: Known as “Chicken’s Neck”, it connects mainland India to North-East states.
Q264. Discuss Aksai Chin dispute.
Answer: Aksai Chin is controlled by China but claimed by India; vital for China’s Xinjiang-Tibet connectivity.
Answer: Aksai Chin is controlled by China but claimed by India; vital for China’s Xinjiang-Tibet connectivity.
Q265. Explain strategic value of Tawang.
Answer: Tawang lies in Arunachal Pradesh and has religious and military significance.
Answer: Tawang lies in Arunachal Pradesh and has religious and military significance.
Q266. Analyse India’s maritime security strategy.
Answer: Focuses on securing sea lanes, strengthening navy and enhancing regional cooperation.
Answer: Focuses on securing sea lanes, strengthening navy and enhancing regional cooperation.
Q267. Discuss Malacca Strait significance.
Answer: Major chokepoint for global oil trade linking Indian and Pacific Oceans.
Answer: Major chokepoint for global oil trade linking Indian and Pacific Oceans.
Q268. Explain cross-border terrorism challenges.
Answer: Porous borders and political tensions increase security risks.
Answer: Porous borders and political tensions increase security risks.
Q269. Discuss role of Border Roads Organisation.
Answer: BRO develops road infrastructure in difficult terrain for defence and connectivity.
Answer: BRO develops road infrastructure in difficult terrain for defence and connectivity.
Q270. Suggest measures for border security strengthening.
Answer: Modern surveillance, infrastructure development and diplomatic engagement.
Answer: Modern surveillance, infrastructure development and diplomatic engagement.
Short Analytical Questions (Q271–280)
- Q271. Explain Gilgit-Baltistan strategic role.
- Q272. Discuss importance of Andaman & Nicobar Command.
- Q273. Analyse India-Nepal border dynamics.
- Q274. Explain India-Bhutan strategic cooperation.
- Q275. Discuss Line of Actual Control features.
- Q276. Analyse Indo-Pacific concept.
- Q277. Explain role of mountain warfare training.
- Q278. Discuss climate change impact on Himalayan security.
- Q279. Evaluate India’s Look East to Act East transition.
- Q280. Analyse geopolitics of South Asian region.
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