The oceanic resources beyond ______ nautical miles of the Exclusive Economic Zone belong to open ocean and no individual/country can utilise these without the concurrence of international institutions.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. 200.
The oceanic resources beyond 200 nautical miles of the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) belong to the open ocean, also known as the High Seas. According to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), no individual or country can unilaterally utilize these resources without the concurrence of international institutions. This area is considered the "common heritage of mankind," meaning its resources should be managed for the benefit of all states, with particular consideration for developing countries.