Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Contemporary World Politics: Environment and Natural Resources

Question:

Which of the following is not a Global Common?

Options:

Himalayas

Outer space

Earth’s atmosphere

Antarctica

Correct Answer:

Himalayas

Explanation:

Some areas or regions of the world are located outside the sovereign jurisdiction of any one state, and therefore require common governance by the international community. These are known as res communis humanitatis or global commons. They include the earth’s atmosphere, Antarctica the ocean floor, and outer space.