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Question

Which marine resource is most closely associated with the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) of a coastal nation?

  1. Deep-sea mining of manganese nodules
  2. Fishing and aquaculture rights
  3. International shipping lanes
  4. Scientific research in international waters

Answer:

Option B: Fishing and aquaculture rights

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Fishing and aquaculture rights”.

The Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) grants a coastal nation special rights regarding the exploration and use of marine resources, including fishing and aquaculture, within 200 nautical miles of its coastline.