International Affairs MCQs

21.

What is a primary goal of ASEAN's economic integration efforts?

A Reducing intra-ASEAN trade

B Increasing dependence on external economies

C Enhancing intra-ASEAN trade and investment

D Promoting protectionist policies among members

22.

The ASEAN summit aimed to strengthen ASEAN's role in which major geopolitical region?

A The Middle East

B The Atlantic

C The Indo-Pacific

D Sub-Saharan Africa

23.

A key security challenge discussed at the ASEAN Summit in April 2026 was:

A The conflict in Eastern Europe

B Maritime security in the South China Sea

C The Israeli-Palestinian conflict

D The war in Sudan

24.

Which of the following is NOT a member of ASEAN?

A Indonesia

B Vietnam

C Thailand

D India

25.

When was the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) established?

A 1947

B 1967

C 1987

D 2007

26.

The effectiveness of the UN Security Council resolution depends heavily on:

A The number of non-permanent members

B The economic strength of member states

C The willingness of all parties to conflict to uphold its provisions

D The media coverage of the resolution

27.

What is a key provision of the UN Security Council resolution on humanitarian access?

A Mandatory military intervention in all conflict zones

B Unimpeded passage of humanitarian relief personnel and supplies

C Restriction of humanitarian aid to specific regions

D Prioritization of economic development over humanitarian aid

28.

The recent UN Security Council resolution adopted in April 2026 primarily focuses on:

A Disarmament of nuclear weapons

B Improving humanitarian access in conflict zones

C Combating international terrorism

D Regulating global financial markets

29.

How many permanent members does the UN Security Council have?

A 5

B 10

C 15

D 20

30.

Which organ of the United Nations is responsible for ensuring international peace and security?

A General Assembly

B Economic and Social Council

C International Court of Justice

D Security Council

International Current Affairs MCQs - 2026-04-05