International Current Affairs MCQs

Article 24 of the UN Charter states that the primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security is conferred upon the Security Council.

The UN Security Council has five permanent members: China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Each of these members holds veto power.

The G20 comprises 19 countries and the European Union. Spain is a permanent invitee but not a full member of the G20.

The reform of multilateral development banks (MDBs) to enhance their capacity for climate change financing and achieving sustainable development goals has been a consistent and major agenda item for G20 discussions in recent years.

South Africa is scheduled to host the G20 Summit in 2025, following Brazil in 2024 and India in 2023. The summit's agenda typically includes sustainable development and global economic stability.

Discussions on digital trade often involve frameworks for data protection, cross-border data flows, and digital market access, including data localization policies.

Enhanced cooperation on climate action typically aims at mutual efforts to reduce carbon emissions and facilitate the transfer of green technologies.

The discussions between India and EU leaders specifically centered on strengthening cooperation in Climate Action and Digital Trade.

Hosting the G20 Summit, a premier forum for international economic cooperation, highlights India's significant role in global economic governance.

The primary focus for the 2026 G20 Summit hosted by India is Global Economic Stability.