India and the European Union re-launched negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in which year, aiming to boost bilateral trade and economic cooperation?
A 2018
B 2020
C 2022
D 2024
Answer: C
India and the European Union officially re-launched negotiations for a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA), an Investment Protection Agreement (IPA), and an Agreement on Geographical Indications (GIs) in June 2022.
102.
The recent India-EU Strategic Dialogue emphasized key areas of cooperation. Which of the following is NOT a primary focus area highlighted in the context of this dialogue?
A Deepening trade and investment ties
B Advancing the green and sustainable transition
C Enhancing cooperation in space exploration and colonization
D Strengthening digital partnership and cybersecurity
Answer: C
While India and the EU cooperate on various fronts, space exploration and colonization are not typically highlighted as primary focus areas of their strategic dialogues, which predominantly center on trade, green transition, digital partnership, and security.
103.
The Ezulwini Consensus is a significant proposal in the context of UN Security Council reform, particularly championed by which regional bloc?
A European Union
B African Union
C ASEAN
D BRICS
Answer: B
The Ezulwini Consensus, adopted by the African Union in 2005, calls for Africa to be allocated two permanent seats with veto power and five non-permanent seats in a reformed UN Security Council.
104.
A key point of contention in the UN Security Council reform discussions is the issue of the veto power. Which of the following statements accurately reflects the current situation regarding the veto power?
A All 15 members of the Security Council possess veto power.
B Only the five permanent members (P5) hold veto power, and it applies to all substantive resolutions.
C Veto power can be exercised by any non-permanent member if supported by two-thirds of the General Assembly.
D The veto power has been abolished for resolutions concerning humanitarian interventions.
Answer: B
The veto power is exclusively held by the five permanent members (China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States) and allows them to block any substantive resolution, regardless of the level of support it receives from other members.
105.
Which of the following groups of countries is collectively known as the G4, advocating for permanent seats in a reformed UN Security Council?
A India, Germany, Japan, Brazil
B China, Russia, France, UK
C USA, UK, France, Germany
D India, South Africa, Brazil, Germany
Answer: A
The G4 nations (Brazil, Germany, India, and Japan) are four countries that support each other's bids for permanent seats on the United Nations Security Council.
106.
The 2026 SCO Summit's emphasis on regional security is also likely to involve discussions on enhancing cooperation in which related area?
A Drug trafficking and illicit arms trade.
B Space debris management.
C Global financial market stability.
D Artificial intelligence regulation.
Answer: A
Combating drug trafficking and the illicit arms trade are integral components of regional security for the SCO, and cooperation in these areas is expected to be a key discussion point at the 2026 summit.
107.
In the context of the 2026 SCO Summit's focus on regional security, which of the following is a key challenge being addressed?
A Cybersecurity threats and cross-border cybercrime.
B Disputes over maritime boundaries.
C International trade tariff wars.
D Global pandemics and health crises.
Answer: A
With the increasing digitalization, cybersecurity threats and cross-border cybercrime have become significant regional security challenges that the SCO is actively addressing, including at the 2026 summit.
108.
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in 2026 is primarily focusing on which aspect of regional cooperation?
A Enhancing counter-terrorism and anti-extremism measures.
B Promoting cultural tourism exchanges.
C Establishing a common currency for member states.
D Developing joint space exploration missions.
Answer: A
Regional security, particularly in the context of counter-terrorism and combating extremism, is a perennial and critical focus for the SCO, and the 2026 summit is expected to continue this emphasis.
109.
The 2026 review of the India-Japan CEPA aims to update the agreement to better reflect contemporary economic realities. What is a key objective of this update?
A To facilitate easier movement of skilled professionals between the two countries.
B To impose stricter regulations on foreign direct investment.
C To reduce the scope of bilateral trade in goods.
D To limit technology transfer agreements.
Answer: A
A significant aspect of modern trade agreements, including the expected updates to the India-Japan CEPA in 2026, is the facilitation of movement for skilled professionals, which is crucial for service sector growth.
110.
Which of the following sectors is likely to see enhanced cooperation as part of the 2026 review of the India-Japan CEPA?
A Renewable energy and green technologies.
B Traditional handicrafts.
C Coal mining.
D Space exploration technology.
Answer: A
Given the global push towards sustainability, the 2026 review of the India-Japan CEPA is likely to emphasize cooperation in renewable energy and green technologies, aligning with both countries' climate goals.
