Correct Answer:
C. Red Sea & Mediterranean Sea
The correct answer is Red Sea & Mediterranean Sea. The Suez Canal is an artificial sea-level waterway in Egypt, connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea through the Isthmus of Suez. This vital maritime passage significantly shortens the sea route between Europe and Asia, avoiding the long journey around Africa.
- The Arabian Sea & Red Sea are connected by the Bab-el-Mandeb strait, not the Suez Canal.
- The Black Sea & Caspian Sea are landlocked or connected by rivers/canals, not the Suez.
- The Baltic Sea & North Sea are connected by the Kiel Canal, not the Suez.
The Suez Canal's strategic importance lies in its direct connection between the Mediterranean and Red Seas.