Question

Identify the incorrect statement with respect to the Treaty on Principles Governing the Activities of States in The Exploration and Use of Outer Space, including the Moon and Other Celestial Bodies:

• A. Outer space, including the moon and other celestial bodies, shall be free for exploration and use by all States
• B. Outer space, including the moon and other celestial bodies, is subject to national appropriation by claim of sovereignty, by means of use or occupation, or any other means
• C. State parties shall carry on activities in exploration and use of outer space in accordance with international law
• D. The establishment of military bases, installations and fortifications, the testing of any type of weapons and the conduct of military manoeuvres on celestial bodies shall be forbidden

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Outer space, including the moon and other celestial bodies, is subject to national appropriation by claim of sovereignty, by means of use or occupation, or any other means

Answer 2

The correct option is (B):Outer space, including the moon and other celestial bodies, is subject to national appropriation by claim of sovereignty, by means of use or occupation, or any other means.