UN Secretary General says UN has not published border-defining map for India
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Cartographic sovereignty and international organization roles: a GS2 International Relations and territorial integrity case study.
Why in news
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres clarified that the UN does not publish border-defining maps following India's criticism of a UN Geospatial map used during the 'Correct the Map' resolution.
Background
The UN Geospatial map used in consultations depicted Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin without the Indian and Chinese claim lines previously shown. The statement was made by Secretary General Antonio Guterres in response to India's criticism of the map's portrayal.
Facts for Prelims
- FactUN Geospatial map depicted Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin without specified Indian and Chinese claim lines.
- PostAntonio Guterres is the Secretary General of the United Nations.
- PlaceArunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin are the specific regions involved in the border depiction dispute.
Prelims practice question
Which regions were depicted without Indian and Chinese claim lines on the UN Geospatial map?
- (a)Kerala and Goa
- (b)Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin
- (c)Gujarat and Rajasthan
- (d)Ladakh and Sikkim
Show answer
Answer: (b) Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin — The note states the UN Geospatial map depicted Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin without the claim lines.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of international mapping standards and the implications of non-delimited borders on India's strategic interests and diplomatic relations.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Cartographic sovereignty: Impact of international bodies' mapping on domestic territorial integrity claims
- Diplomatic friction: Conflict between UN geospatial data standards and bilateral border dispute sensitivities
Keywords: Cartographic sovereignty · Territorial integrity · Geospatial data · Diplomatic friction · Border delimitation
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