ICA Advanced Scenarios Practice Question
When using Istio with Kubernetes Gateway API, which object handles traffic routing rules based on path prefixes?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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HTTPRoute
HTTPRoute is the specific Gateway API resource for routing HTTP traffic based on hostnames, paths, and headers.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Gateway
Why it's wrong here
The Gateway resource defines the listener, not the routing logic.
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VirtualService
Why it's wrong here
VirtualService is the legacy Istio-specific resource.
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HTTPRoute
Why this is correct
HTTPRoute is the standard resource for HTTP routing in the Gateway API.
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ServiceEntry
Why it's wrong here
ServiceEntry is for adding external services to the mesh.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official CNCF / Linux Foundation exam blueprint
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