International relations

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2022 · Question 4 · International Groupings
With reference to the “G20 Common Framework”, consider the following statements : 1. It is an initiative endorsed by the G20 together with the Paris Club. 2. It is an initiative to support Low Income Countries with unsustainable debt. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
Choose your answer(a)1 only(b)2 only(c)Both 1 and 2(d)Neither 1 nor 2
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2022 · Question 66 · International Groupings
Consider the following : 1. Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank 2. Missile Technology Control Regime 3. Shanghai Cooperation Organisation India is a member of which of the above ?
Choose your answer(a)1 and 2 only(b)3 only(c)2 and 3 only(d)1, 2 and 3
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2022 · Question 67 · Bilateral Relations
Consider the following statements : 1. Vietnam has been one of the fastest growing economies in the world in the recent years. 2. Vietnam is led by a multi-party political system. 3. Vietnam’s economic growth is linked to its integration with global supply chains and focus on exports. 4. For a long time Vietnam’s low labour costs and stable exchange rates have attracted global manufacturers. 5. Vietnam has the most productive e-service sector in the Indo-Pacific region. Which of the statements given above are correct ?
Choose your answer(a)2 and 4(b)3 and 5(c)1, 3 and 4(d)1 and 2
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2022 · Question 76 · International Organisations
With reference to the “United Nations Credentials Committee”, consider the following statements : 1. It is a committee set up by the UN Security Council and works under its supervision. 2. It traditionally meets in March, June and September every year. 3. It assesses the credentials of all UN members before submitting a report to the General Assembly for approval. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
Choose your answer(a)3 only(b)1 and 3(c)2 and 3(d)1 and 2
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2022 · Question 77 · Treaties and Conventions
Which one of the following statements best describes the ‘Polar Code’ ?
Choose your answer(a)It is the international code of safety for ships operating in polar waters.(b)It is the agreement of the countries around the North Pole regarding the demarcation of their territories in the polar region.(c)It is a set of norms to be followed by the countries whose scientists undertake research studies in the North Pole and South Pole.(d)It is a trade and security agreement of the member countries of the Arctic Council.
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2022 · Question 78 · International Organisations
With reference to the United Nations General Assembly, consider the following statements : 1. The UN General Assembly can grant observer status to the non-member States. 2. Inter-governmental organisations can seek observer status in the UN General Assembly. 3. Permanent Observers in the UN General Assembly can maintain missions at the UN headquarters. Which of the statements given above are correct ?
Choose your answer(a)1 and 2 only(b)2 and 3 only(c)1 and 3 only(d)1, 2 and 3
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2022 · Question 83 · International Groupings
Consider the following countries : 1. Armenia 2. Azerbaijan 3. Croatia 4. Romania 5. Uzbekistan Which of the above are members of the Organization of Turkic States ?
Choose your answer(a)1, 2 and 4(b)1 and 3(c)2 and 5(d)3, 4 and 5
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2022 · Question 85 · Treaties and Conventions
With reference to the United Nations Convention on the Law of Sea, consider the following statements : 1. A coastal state has the right to establish the breadth of its territorial sea up to a limit not exceeding 12 nautical miles, measured from baseline determined in accordance with the convention. 2. Ships of all states, whether coastal or land-locked, enjoy the right of innocent passage through the territorial sea. 3. The Exclusive Economic Zone shall not extend beyond 200 nautical miles from the baseline from which the breadth of the territorial sea is measured. Which of the statements given above are correct ?
Choose your answer(a)1 and 2 only(b)2 and 3 only(c)1 and 3 only(d)1, 2 and 3
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2022 · Question 86 · Bilateral Relations
Which one of the following statements best reflects the issue with Senkaku Islands, sometimes mentioned in the news ?
Choose your answer(a)It is generally believed that they are artificial islands made by a country around South China Sea.(b)China and Japan engage in maritime disputes over these islands in East China Sea.(c)A permanent American military base has been set up there to help Taiwan to increase its defence capabilities.(d)Though International Court of Justice declared them as no man’s land, some South-East Asian countries claim them.
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)

With reference to the “G20 Common Framework”, consider the following statements : 1. It is an initiative endorsed by the G20 together with the Paris Club. 2. It is an initiative to support Low Income Countries with unsustainable debt. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

Consider the following : 1. Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank 2. Missile Technology Control Regime 3. Shanghai Cooperation Organisation India is a member of which of the above ?

Which one of the following statements best describes the ‘Polar Code’ ?

Consider the following countries : 1. Armenia 2. Azerbaijan 3. Croatia 4. Romania 5. Uzbekistan Which of the above are members of the Organization of Turkic States ?

Which one of the following statements best reflects the issue with Senkaku Islands, sometimes mentioned in the news ?