Correct option is A
Correct Answer: (a) 2.02 million km²
Explanation:
→ India’s EEZ extends 2.02 million square kilometers, giving access to vast marine resources.
→ EEZ extends up to 200 nautical miles from the coastline.
→ Plays a crucial role in fisheries, offshore minerals, and marine biodiversity.
Information Booster:
→ Includes both mainland and island territories.
→ Provides sovereign rights for exploration and exploitation of marine resources.
→ Vast potential for tuna fisheries and deep-sea exploration.
Additional Information (Other Options): Do not match official EEZ figures.