International Current Affairs MCQs

The agreement includes commitments to cooperate in prosecuting cybercriminals and to share threat intelligence more effectively among signatory nations.

A core commitment within the accord is that signatory nations will not conduct or knowingly support cyber activity that intentionally damages critical infrastructure.

The accord specifically targets ransomware attacks and state-sponsored cyber operations that pose a threat to critical infrastructure.

The growing influence of BRICS and its financial institutions like the NDB is contributing to a shift towards a more multipolar global financial system.

A significant objective of exploring a common payment system or currency is to decrease the dependence on the US Dollar in international trade and finance among BRICS nations.

The NDB primarily finances infrastructure and sustainable development projects, aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The New Development Bank (NDB) was established by the BRICS member states.

The original founding members of BRICS were Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. The bloc has since expanded.

NDCs are the climate targets set by individual countries to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to climate change, as part of the Paris Agreement.

The primary goal of the Paris Agreement is to limit the global average temperature increase to well below 2 degrees Celsius, preferably to 1.5 degrees Celsius, compared to pre-industrial levels.