MCQs on International Affairs: UNSC Reform & Trade Deals (May 2026)

1.

Which of the following is a member of ASEAN?

A Vietnam

B Brazil

C Argentina

D Chile

2.

What is the primary objective of the proposed ASEAN-Mercosur Free Trade Agreement?

A To reduce tariffs and increase trade between the two regions

B To form a single currency union

C To establish a joint military alliance

D To merge the two organizations into one

3.

Mercosur is a trade bloc primarily consisting of countries from which region?

A South America

B Southeast Asia

C Central Africa

D Eastern Europe

4.

Which of the following is a major criticism of the current structure of the UN Security Council?

A Lack of representation from the Global South

B Too many permanent members

C Lack of military power

D Excessive budget requirements

5.

What is the primary mechanism through which the UN Security Council reform process is being discussed?

A Intergovernmental Negotiations (IGN)

B General Assembly Resolution 101

C Security Council Executive Committee

D UN Charter Amendment Commission

6.

Which group of countries, including India, Brazil, Germany, and Japan, actively advocates for permanent seats in the UN Security Council?

A G4 Nations

B P5 Nations

C BRICS

D G7 Nations

International Current Affairs MCQs - 2026-05-21