Explain with reasons whether the following statements are true or false.

1. India has an important position among the South Asian countries.

2. Sino-Indian relations are friendly.

3. India sent a peacekeeping force to help the Sri Lankan government.

1. True

Explanation: In the Indian subcontinent, India is the biggest country in terms of land. It is also technologically and economically advanced which makes it politically important.

2. False

Explanation: India and China have had conflicts over the Aksai Chin area and Macmohan line in Arunachal Pradesh. China’s increasing control over Tibet also has caused disagreements.

3. True

Explanation: After 1985, Sri Lanka faced internal conflict between the Tamils and the Sri Lankan government. So, India sent a peacekeeping for the Sri Lankan government’s aid.