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The term "two-state solution" is sometimes mentioned in the news in the context of the affairs of
Explanation
The "two-state solution" is an internationally backed formula for peace between Israel and the Palestinians.[1] The model is known as the two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and would also include Gaza.[2] A lasting end to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict can only come through a two-State solution, the United Nations chief told the Security Council[3], emphasizing its importance in international diplomacy. This term specifically refers to the establishment of two separate statesâIsrael and Palestineâas a resolution to the decades-long territorial and political conflict in the region. The other options (China, Iraq, and Yemen) are not associated with the two-state solution framework, which is uniquely tied to the Israeli-Palestinian context and frequently appears in news coverage related to Middle East peace efforts.
Sources- [1] https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgr71z0jp4o
- [2] https://www.reuters.com/graphics/ISRAEL-PALESTINIANS/STATE-WESTBANK/gkvlaejbwpb/
- [3] https://press.un.org/en/2024/sc15569.doc.htm
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Guest previewThis is a 'General Awareness' sitter. While NCERT History covers the 1947 Partition of Palestine, the specific phrase 'Two-State Solution' is a staple of the International page in newspapers (The Hindu/Indian Express). You don't need a book; you need to be awake to global headlines.
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"## What is the two-state solution? The "two-state solution" is an internationally backed formula for peace between Israel and the Palestinians."
Why this source?
- Source is a BBC News article that defines the term in the context of Israel and the Palestinians.
- Shows the phrase is used directly in news coverage of Israel's affairs.
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"The model is known as the two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and would also include Gaza."
Why this source?
- Reuters piece describes the model as "the two-state solution" when discussing the West Bank and a future Palestinian nation alongside Israel.
- Reuters is a news organization reporting on developments that use the term in coverage of Israel-Palestine issues.
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"A lasting end to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict can only come through a two-State solution, the United Nations chief told the Security Council today,"
Why this source?
- UN Meetings/press coverage uses the phrase in a report about the Security Council debate on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
- Demonstrates the term appears in official press coverage related to Israel's affairs.
- Source is a BBC News article that defines the term in the context of Israel and the Palestinians.
- Shows the phrase is used directly in news coverage of Israel's affairs.
- Reuters piece describes the model as "the two-state solution" when discussing the West Bank and a future Palestinian nation alongside Israel.
- Reuters is a news organization reporting on developments that use the term in coverage of Israel-Palestine issues.
- UN Meetings/press coverage uses the phrase in a report about the Security Council debate on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
- Demonstrates the term appears in official press coverage related to Israel's affairs.
History , class XII (Tamilnadu state board 2024 ed.) > Chapter 15: The World after World War II > ArabâIsraeli War > p. 255
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âAs the United Nations voted to partition Palestine into a Jewish state and an Arab state in November 1947, conflict broke out almost immediately between Jews and Arabs in Palestine. On the eve of the British forces' withdrawal (May 15, 1948), Israel declared independence. By 1966 the U.S. providing began to Israel with advanced planes and missiles. The Cold War had come to the Middle East, and the UN was out of the scene. Over the next few months, tensions increased between Israel and the surrounding Arab states. In April 1967 there were artillery exchanges between Israel and Syria. The U.S.â
Why relevant
Describes the 1947 UN decision to partition Palestine into a Jewish state and an Arab state â a historical origin of the two-state idea.
How to extend
A student could connect this origin to contemporary reporting on IsraelâPalestine to suspect that 'two-state solution' is a recurring news phrase about that partition-based settlement concept.
History , class XII (Tamilnadu state board 2024 ed.) > Chapter 15: The World after World War II > Problem of Palestine > p. 252
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âAfter the Second World War, the Jews demanded a homeland in Palestine. Arabs opposed the demand and the matter wasâ
Why relevant
Notes postâWWII demand for a Jewish homeland and Arab opposition, summarising the core parties whose dispute underlies proposals like a two-state settlement.
How to extend
Combine this context with knowledge that media covers IsraelâPalestine disputes to infer that negotiated outcomes (e.g., two states) would appear in news coverage.
Indian Economy, Nitin Singhania .(ed 2nd 2021-22) > Chapter 8: Financial Market > 2016| > p. 250
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âThe term 'Core Banking Solution' is sometimes seen in the news. Which of the following statements best describes/describes this term? ⢠1. It is networking of a bank's branches which enable customers to operate their accounts from any branch of the bank on its network regardless of where they open their accounts. ⢠2. It is an effort to increase RBI's control over commercial banks through computerisation. Select the correct answer using the code given below: (b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1 and 2 only (d) 1. 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 3 only 26.â
Why relevant
Shows a pedagogical pattern where textbooks label certain technical/political phrases as 'sometimes seen in the news', indicating how curricula flag terms that are newsworthy.
How to extend
A student can treat this pattern as a cue that similarly significant political phrases (like 'two-state solution') are likely to be described in news reports.
Indian Economy, Nitin Singhania .(ed 2nd 2021-22) > Chapter 1: National Income > 2020, 2019 > p. 18
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âWhich of the following best describes the term 'import cover' sometimes seen in the news? ⢠(a) It is the ratio of value of imports to the GDP of a country. ⢠(b) It is the total value of imports of a country in a year. ⢠(c) It is the ratio between the value of exports and that of imports between two countries. ⢠(d) It is the number of months of imports that could be paid for by a country's international reserves.â
Why relevant
Another example of the textbook formula 'sometimes seen in the news' applied to policy/economic terms, reinforcing that textbooks highlight terms commonly used in media.
How to extend
Use this recurring textbook wording plus the political background (snippets 1 and 8) to reasonably suspect the phrase appears in news about Israel.
Contemporary World Politics, Textbook in political science for Class XII (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 4: International Organisations > Chapter 4 International Organisations > p. 50
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âSearch for at least one news item about the activities of each of the UN agencies mentioned on this page. Cold War or no Cold War, one reform is needed above all. Only democratic leaders should be allowed to represent their countries in the UN. How can they allow dictators to speak in the name of the people of their country? organisation was set up through the signing of the United Nations Charter by 51 states. It tried to achieve what the League could not between the two world wars. The UN's objective is to prevent international conflict and to facilitate cooperation among states.â
Why relevant
Encourages searching for news items about UN activities and implies students should look to news as a source for contemporary international topics.
How to extend
A student could follow that instruction by searching current news on IsraelâPalestine and check for mentions of the 'two-state solution'.
Describes the 1947 UN decision to partition Palestine into a Jewish state and an Arab state â a historical origin of the two-state idea.
A student could connect this origin to contemporary reporting on IsraelâPalestine to suspect that 'two-state solution' is a recurring news phrase about that partition-based settlement concept.
Notes postâWWII demand for a Jewish homeland and Arab opposition, summarising the core parties whose dispute underlies proposals like a two-state settlement.
Combine this context with knowledge that media covers IsraelâPalestine disputes to infer that negotiated outcomes (e.g., two states) would appear in news coverage.
Shows a pedagogical pattern where textbooks label certain technical/political phrases as 'sometimes seen in the news', indicating how curricula flag terms that are newsworthy.
A student can treat this pattern as a cue that similarly significant political phrases (like 'two-state solution') are likely to be described in news reports.
Another example of the textbook formula 'sometimes seen in the news' applied to policy/economic terms, reinforcing that textbooks highlight terms commonly used in media.
Use this recurring textbook wording plus the political background (snippets 1 and 8) to reasonably suspect the phrase appears in news about Israel.
Encourages searching for news items about UN activities and implies students should look to news as a source for contemporary international topics.
A student could follow that instruction by searching current news on IsraelâPalestine and check for mentions of the 'two-state solution'.
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