Source: NIE Context: A 5.9 magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan shaking buildings in Taipei and coastal regions. Taiwan lies in a high seismic risk zone due to its position along major tectonic boundaries in the Pacific Ring of Fire. About Taiwan: Location: Taiwan is an island nation in the western Pacific Ocean, around 160 km off …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 10 April 2025 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …
Source: WION Context: China has launched its largest military drills in the Taiwan Strait, with the PLA’s Shandong aircraft carrier conducting operations east of Taiwan, escalating regional tensions. About Taiwan Strait: What is the Taiwan Strait? A narrow sea passage separating Taiwan Island from mainland China’s Fujian Province. Considered a geopolitical hotspot due to cross-strait …
Mapping Source: TOI Context: The Taiwan Strait holds significant importance for India, and India is well-positioned to lead a collaborative effort among Indo-Pacific states to ensure peace in this crucial sea route. The status of Taiwan remains the primary point of contention for China, which blames the US for hindering its goal of reunifying Taiwan …
