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  • Mar 12, 2024
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CHINA REGISTERS PROTEST AGAINST PM’S VISIT TO ARUNACHAL PRADESH:

Why in the news?

China protests PM of India’s visit to Arunachal Pradesh, criticising infrastructure projects near the Line of Actual Control.

source:wordpress

 About China Protests PM of India’s Visit to Arunachal Pradesh:

  • China criticises PM Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Arunachal Pradesh, labelling it as a violation of their territorial claims.
  • Beijing expressed concerns to India over the inauguration of strategic projects, including the Sela Tunnel near the Line of Actual Control (LAC).
  • Chinese spokesperson Wang Wen bin condemned India’s actions, stating they complicate border issues and disrupt the situation in border areas.
About Pangong Tso Lake :

●   Pangong Tso: High-altitude lake, saline water, freezes in winter, minimal aquatic life.

●   Fingers: Protruding mountain spurs, numbered 1 to 8.

●   Dispute: India claims up to Finger 8, tensions with China at north bank.

About LAC (Line of actual control):

●  LAC separates Indian and Chinese-controlled territories.

●  Not agreed upon, nor delineated on maps or ground.

●  India sees it as 3,488 km, China about 2,000 km.

●  Divided into eastern, middle, and western sectors.

●  India’s claim line differs from LAC