US Legislation on Tibet and International Law

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What is the main aim of the Resolve Tibet Act?

To strengthen China's claims over Tibet

To promote a peaceful resolution to the Tibet-China dispute (correct)

To provide financial support to the Chinese government

To promote military action in Tibet

The Resolve Tibet Act supports the Chinese government's position on Tibet.

False

What rights does the Resolve Tibet Act underline for the Tibetan people?

Self-determination and human rights

The Tibetan Policy Act was established in the year __________.

2002 Signup and view all the answers

Match the following acts with their respective years:

Tibetan Policy Act = 2002 Tibetan Policy & Support Act = 2020 Resolve Tibet Act = 2023 International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights = 1966 Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the illegal actions listed regarding public examinations?

Providing solutions to questions by unauthorised persons Signup and view all the answers

The new law regarding exam integrity allows for imprisonment for up to 10 years.

True Signup and view all the answers

How many instances of question paper leaks were identified across the states in the last five years?

48 Signup and view all the answers

The Resolve Tibet Act aims to address the __________ between Tibet and China.

dispute Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts with their descriptions:

Tibetan Self-determination = The desire for Tibetans to govern themselves Chinese Disinformation Strategies = Efforts to manipulate information about Tibet Tibetan Cultural Identity = The unique cultural practices and traditions of Tibetans Resolve Tibet Act = An act passed by U.S. Congress to promote resolution over Tibet-China disputes Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected financial penalty for violations related to examination fraud?

Rs 1 crore Signup and view all the answers

The Resolve Tibet Act was recently passed by the United States Congress.

True Signup and view all the answers

What provision does the new law have for future incidents of examination fraud?

Future incidents will be prosecuted under the law. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Resolve Tibet Act?

To encourage meaningful dialogue with Tibet's leaders Signup and view all the answers

The Resolve Tibet Act allows dialogue only with the Dalai Lama as a spiritual leader.

False Signup and view all the answers

What did the 2002 Act encourage regarding the Dalai Lama?

Dialogue in his capacity as a spiritual leader. Signup and view all the answers

The Indus Water Treaty was established in the year _____ .

1960 Signup and view all the answers

Match the following acts with their descriptions:

Resolve Tibet Act = Challenges China's claim over Tibet 2002 Act = Recognized China's claim over Tibet Tibetan Policy & Support Act 2020 = Promoted constructive dialogue Indus Water Treaty = Regulates water resources between India and Pakistan Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following did the Resolute Tibet Act NOT aim to do?

Encourage preconditional talks Signup and view all the answers

What recent event prompted the Pakistani delegation to visit Jammu's Kishtwar?

Inspection of power projects related to the Indus Water Treaty. Signup and view all the answers

The Kishanganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects have not faced any objections from Pakistan.

False Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Resolve Tibet Act

The Act awaits President Joe Biden's assent for ratification into law.
It follows two major pieces of U.S. legislation regarding Tibet: the Tibetan Policy Act (2002) and the Tibetan Policy & Support Act (2020).
Aims to facilitate a peaceful resolution to the Tibet-China dispute based on international law and the UN Charter through dialogue without preconditions.
Authorizes funds to counter Chinese disinformation about Tibet, including inaccuracies regarding its history and institutions, notably the Dalai Lama.
Highlights Tibetans' right to self-determination and emphasizes China's obligations under two key covenants: the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.

Key Provisions

Urges China to engage in direct dialogue with the Dalai Lama and democratic Tibetan leaders to seek resolution without preconditions.
Amends the Tibetan Policy Act to clearly define the geographical area of the Tibetan Autonomous Region.
Marks a shift from previous legislation by challenging China's claim over Tibet directly.

Comparison with Previous Legislation

The 2002 Tibetan Policy Act recognized China's claim over Tibet, emphasizing dialogue only with the Dalai Lama as a spiritual figure.
The Resolve Tibet Act requires engagement with the Dalai Lama as a political representative, highlighting the need for open discussions aiming to resolve differences.

Indus Water Treaty

A five-member Pakistani delegation visited Jammu's Kishtwar to inspect hydroelectric projects affected by the Indus Water Treaty (IWT) of 1960.
This marks the first inspection since the revocation of Jammu & Kashmir's special status in 2019.
The inspection is set against ongoing Pakistani objections to the Kishanganga (330 MW) and Ratle hydroelectric projects, which impact water flow covered under the IWT.

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Description

This quiz focuses on the recent bipartite legislation regarding Tibet, which awaits President Joe Biden's assent. It highlights the significance of previous acts and aims to promote a peaceful resolution to the Tibet-China dispute through international law and dialogue. Test your knowledge on the key points of this important legal framework.