Which of the following countries are part of the G4 nations, advocating for reforms in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC)?
A USA, UK, France, China
B India, Brazil, Germany, Japan
C Russia, China, India, South Africa
D Italy, Canada, South Korea, Spain
Answer: B
The G4 nations comprise India, Brazil, Germany, and Japan. These countries support each other's bids for permanent seats on the United Nations Security Council.
82.
Which of the following areas is NOT typically a focus of India-ASEAN maritime cooperation?
A Joint naval exercises and patrols
B Capacity building in maritime law enforcement
C Space exploration and asteroid mining
D Combating piracy and illegal fishing
Answer: C
India-ASEAN maritime cooperation primarily focuses on traditional maritime security challenges, sustainable ocean management, and capacity building. Space exploration and asteroid mining fall outside the scope of typical maritime cooperation agendas.
83.
India's engagement with ASEAN in maritime cooperation aligns with which key foreign policy initiative?
A Look West Policy
B Act East Policy
C Connect Africa Policy
D Neighbourhood First Policy
Answer: B
India's 'Act East Policy' is a cornerstone of its foreign policy, aiming to strengthen economic, strategic, and cultural relations with the vast Asia-Pacific region, particularly ASEAN countries. Maritime cooperation is a crucial component of this policy.
84.
Which of the following is a primary objective of the India-ASEAN Maritime Cooperation Summit, typically focusing on the broader context of such engagements?
A Enhancing regional maritime security and stability
B Establishing a common currency for maritime trade
C Forming a joint military alliance against specific nations
D Promoting exclusive fishing rights for member states
Answer: A
The India-ASEAN Maritime Cooperation Summits primarily aim to enhance regional maritime security, promote freedom of navigation, ensure sustainable use of marine resources, and foster cooperation in areas like HADR (Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief) and blue economy initiatives.
85.
Which of the following ASEAN member states is NOT a claimant in the South China Sea disputes?
A Philippines
B Vietnam
C Brunei
D Laos
Answer: D
The Philippines, Vietnam, Brunei, and Malaysia are ASEAN member states with claims in the South China Sea. Laos is a landlocked country and does not have maritime claims in the region.
86.
What is the primary purpose of the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea (DOC), signed between ASEAN and China?
A To establish a joint military force in the region.
B To resolve all territorial disputes definitively.
C To promote peace, stability, and confidence-building measures.
D To allow unrestricted navigation for all countries.
Answer: C
The DOC, signed in 2002, aims to promote peace, stability, and mutual trust in the South China Sea through confidence-building measures, without resolving the underlying territorial disputes.
87.
Which international convention is often cited by ASEAN nations regarding maritime claims in the South China Sea?
A Geneva Conventions
B Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties
C United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)
D Kyoto Protocol
Answer: C
The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) provides the legal framework for maritime activities and claims, and is frequently invoked by ASEAN member states in the context of South China Sea disputes.
88.
The India-EU Connectivity Partnership aims to promote sustainable connectivity in which regions?
A Indo-Pacific and Africa
B Europe and North America
C South America and Antarctica
D Central Asia and Arctic
Answer: A
The India-EU Connectivity Partnership, launched in 2021, focuses on promoting sustainable, comprehensive, and rules-based connectivity in the Indo-Pacific region and Africa, among other areas.
89.
Which of the following is NOT a key pillar of the India-EU Strategic Partnership?
A Trade and Investment
B Climate Change and Environment
C Defence and Security Cooperation
D Space Exploration and Colonization
Answer: D
While India and EU cooperate on space technology, 'Space Exploration and Colonization' is not a defined key pillar of their strategic partnership. The partnership focuses on areas like trade, climate, digital, security, and connectivity.
90.
What is the highest level of engagement in the India-EU Strategic Partnership Dialogue?
A Ministerial Dialogue
B Summit Meeting
C Senior Officials Meeting
D Expert Group Meeting
Answer: B
The India-EU Strategic Partnership is regularly reviewed at the highest political level through Summit meetings, which are the apex of engagement.
