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January (b) France

Arrange the following places from North to (c) Israel
South: (d) Canada
1. Depsang Plains
2. Galwan Valley The de-hyphenated policy’ is followed by
3. Pangong Tso India in its international relations in the
Select the correct answer using code given context of which of the following countries?
below. (a) US and Russia
(a) 1-2-3 (b) US and Israel
(b) 2-3-1 (c) US and China
(c) 1-3-2 (d) Israel and Palestine
(d) 2-1-3

Which of the following states/UTs share Which of the following countries borders
boundary with China? the Mediterranean Ocean?
1. Ladakh 1. Egypt
2. Nagaland 2. Israel
3. Sikkim 3. Jordan
4. Arunachal Pradesh 4. Lebanon
Select the correct answer using code given Select the correct answer using code given
below. below.
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2, 3 and 4 only (b) 2 and 4 only
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only (c) 1, 2 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (d) 2, 3 and 4 only

Recently, India signed a joint statement - ' Consider the following statements
Mitratva Magga-Path of Friendship' with regarding funding of World Health
which of the following countries? Organisation (WHO):
(a) Russia 1. Contributions from the members
(b) Srilanka countries constitutes more than 90% of
(c) Nepal WHO's income.
(d) Bangladesh 2. India is among the top 5 financial
contributors of WHO.
Recently, ‘Hambantota Port’ was seen in Which of the statements given above is/are
news. It is located in: correct?
(a) Srilanka (a) 1 only
(b) India (b) 2 only
(c) Bangladesh (c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Myanmar (d) Neither 1 nor 2

''I4F’ is a bilateral cooperation between India

and:
(a) USA

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Minsk II peace agreement sometimes seen Which of the statements given above is/are
in the news is most closely related to correct?
disputes between which of the following (a) 1 only
countries? (b) 2 only
(a) Israel and Palestine (c) Both 1 and 2
(b) Russia and Ukraine (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(c) Bangladesh and Pakistan
(d) US and China With reference to developed and
developing countries consider the following
'Nord Stream Natural Gas Pipeline 2' often statements:
seen in the news is located in 1. World Trade Organisation (WTO) has
(a) Europe defined the criteria for classifying developed
(b) South East Asia and developing countries.
(c) North America 2. The classification of Least Developed
(d) Middle East Countries by WTO is based on per capita
gross national income(GNI)and economic
The areas 'Donetsk and Luhansk' are vulnerability to external shocks.
frequently seen in the news. They are Which of the statements given above is/are
located in correct?
(a) Russia (a) 1 only
(b) Ukraine (b) 2 only
(c) Central Asia (c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Afghanistan (d) Neither 1 nor 2

As per the Agreement on Prohibition of India has ratified or is part of which of the
Attacks against Nuclear Installations and following treaties for preventing nuclear
Facilities, signed in 1988 and ratified in proliferation and promoting nuclear
1991, both the countries exchange, with disarmament?
each other, a list of nuclear installations in 1. Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of
their respective territories. These two Nuclear Weapons (NPT)
countries are: 2. Partial Test Ban Treaty(PTBT)
(a) Russia and US 3. Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear
(b) Israel and Palestine Weapons (TPNW)
(c) India and China 4. Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty
(d) India and Pakistan (CTBT)
Select the correct answer using the code
Consider the following statements: given below.
1. India-Central Asia Summit happened for (a) 1 and 3 only
the first time in 2015. (b) 2 only
2. Recently, decision was taken to setup (c) 2 and 4 only
India-Central Asia Center at New Delhi (d) 3 only
which would act as secretariat for the
Summit.

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Consider the following statements with (c) Both 1 and 2

reference to the UNSC Counter-Terrorism (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Committee (CTC):
1. CTC was established by UN after 9/11 Consider the following statements about
attacks. Henley Passport Index:
2. CTC's Executive Directorate (CTED) was 1. It lists the world’s passports according to
established in 2004 as an expert body to the number of destinations their holders can
support CTC. access without a prior visa.
3. CTED conducts country visits on CTC’s 2. Japan has topped, while India ranked
behalf to assess Member States' counter- second in index.
terrorism efforts. Which of the statements given above is/are
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
correct? (a) 1 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(b) 1 and 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2
(c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(d) 2 and 3 only
Consider the following countries:
Consider the following statements about 1. India
Collective Security Treaty 2. Sri Lanka
Organization(CSTO): 3. Bangladesh
1. It is a Russia-led military alliance that 4. Maldives
promotes the collective defence of member 5. Seychelles
states that comes under external Which of the above countries are members
aggression. of the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC)?
2. India is the part of treaty. (a) 1, 2 and 3 only
Which of the statements given above is/are (b) 2, 4 and 5 only
correct? (c) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
(a) 1 only (d) 1, 4 and 5 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 February
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 Consider the following statements about
Indian Ocean Naval Symposium:
Consider the following statements about 1. It is a forum that seeks to enhance
‘Sherpa’: maritime cooperation among Navies of the
1. It is a personal representative of the littoral states of the Indian Ocean Region.
leader of a member country at an 2. Indian Ocean Naval Symposium was
international Summit. started by Indian Navy in 2017.
2. There is only one Sherpa per Summit for Which of the statements given above is/are
each member country. correct?
Which of the statements given above is/are (a) 1 only
correct? (b) 2 only
(a) 1 only (c) Both 1 and 2
(b) 2 only (d) Neither 1 nor 2

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What is the significance of Indian Ocean (b) 2 and 3 only

Region for India? (c) 1 and 3 only
1. India imports about 70% of its oil through (d) 1, 2 and 3
Indian Ocean Region.
2. 90% of India's international trade by 'Desert Eagle' is the joint defense training
volume is dependent on sea. exercise between India and
Select the correct answer using code given (a) Maldives
below. (b) Oman
(a) 1 only (c) United Arab Emirates
(b) 2 only (d) Saudi Arabia
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 Consider the following statements about
‘Munich security conference’ (MSC):
Recently ' the Uthuru Thilafalhu atoll' is 1. It is world's leading forum on
freqently seen in the news. It is located in international security policy since 1963.
(a) Myanmar 2. The conference takes place every year in
(b) Maldives Munich, Germany.
(c) Sri Lanka Which among the following statements
(d) Indonesia given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
Which of the following are located in/at the (b) 2 only
boundary of the Indian Ocean? (c) Both 1 and 2
1. Gulf of Aden (d) Neither 1 nor 2
2. Strait of Malacca
3. Strait of Hormuz Consider the following statements about
Select the correct answer using code given ‘Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial
below. Telecommunication’, (SWIFT):
(a) 1 and 2 only 1. It is a non-listed, Belgium-based firm
(b) 2 and 3 only which is a cooperative of banks.
(c) 1 and 3 only 2. It doesn’t handle any transfers of funds
(d) 1, 2 and 3 itself but its messaging system provides
banks the means to communicate rapidly,
Consider the following statements with securely and inexpensively.
respect to India-UAE relations: Which of the statements given above is/are
1. UAE was the 3rd largest source of India’s correct?
oil imports in 2020. (a) 1 only
2. UAE is India’s third-largest trading (b) 2 only
partner. (c) Both 1 and 2
3. India is yet to sign Comprehensive (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)
with UAE.
Which of the statements given above are
correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only

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Consider the following statements about (c) Both 1 and 2

‘International Court of Justice’ (ICJ): (d) Neither 1 nor 2
1. It is a principal judicial organ of United
Nations established by Charter of UN. Arrange the following channels from North
2. The seat of the Court is at the Peace to South.
Palace in The Hague (Netherlands). 1. Duncan passage
3. It is composed of 15 judges, who are 2. Sombrero channel
elected for term of office of nine years. 3. Coco channel
Which of the statements given above is/are Select the correct answer using the code
correct? given below.
(a) 1 and 2 only (a) 3-2-1
(b) 2 and 3 only (b) 3-1-2
(c) 1 and 3 only (c) 1-3-2
(d) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 1-2-3

Recently, ‘Operation Ganga’ was seen in Consider the following statements

news. It is related to: regarding the Outer Space Treaty:
(a) An evacuation mission to bring back all 1. It emphasises on the prohibition of
the Indian nationals who are stranded in exploration of outer space.
Ukraine 2. It was conceptualised by the United
(b) River Ganga cleaning programme Nations.
(c) A military exercise between India and Which of the statements given above is/are
Bhutan correct?
(d) Providing funds to Gram Panchayats (a) 1 only
located along the Ganga river to establish (b) 2 only
sewerage systems (c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Recently, ‘Luhansk and Donetsk regions’
were seen in news. They are located in: Consider the following statements about
(a) Israel ‘Exercise MILAN 2022’:
(b) Russia 1. It is Indian Navy’s largest biennial
(c) Syria multilateral exercise.
(d) Ukraine 2. It was first conceived in 1995 at Andaman
and Nicobar Command.
Consider the following statements about Which of the statements given above is/are
‘Nord Stream 2’: correct?
1. It is a natural gas pipeline running from (a) 1 only
Russia to Germany through the Baltic Sea. (b) 2 only
2. It is designed to double Russia's gas (c) Both 1 and 2
exports to Germany. (d) None of the above
Which among the following statements
given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only

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March 1. India-USA partnership is a Comprehensive

With reference to Russia-Ukraine relations, Global Strategic Partnership covering
consider the following statements: multiple areas based on shared interests.
1. Russia-Ukraine ties go back to late 1700s, 2. Russia and India have signed Treaty of
when Catherine the Great brought most of Peace, Friendship and Co-operation since
the present Ukrainian territory under the 1971.
Russian empire. Which of the statements given above is/are
2. After a brief period of autonomous correct?
existence (1917-20), Ukraine became part of (a) 1 only
the Soviet Union. (b) 2 only
3. Finally, in 2000 Ukraine declared its (c) Both 1 and 2
independence as the Soviet Union (d) Neither 1 nor 2
collapsed.
Which of the statements given above is/are Which of the following is/are the socio-
correct? economic impacts of the Russia and Ukraine
(a) 1 only war?
(b) 1 and 2 only 1. Sanctions on Russia have pushed oil
(c) 2 and 3 only prices to above US$100/barrel.
(d) 1, 2 and 3 2. Gas prices have increased over 50% this
year after a fivefold rise last year.
Often seen in the news, Minsk Agreements 3. Due to war and sanctions, it will have
are related to which of the following negative impact on India’s diamond
countries? industry.
(a) Russia and Ukraine Select the correct answer using the code
(b) Norway and Finland given below.
(c) Denmark and United Kingdom (a) 1 and 2 only
(d) USA and Russia (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
Countering America’s Adversaries through (d) 1, 2 and 3
Sanctions Act (CAATSA), 2017 specifically
targets which of the following countries?
1. Iran
2. North Korea
3. Russia
Select the correct answer using the code
given below.
(a) 1, 2 and 3
(b) 1 only
(c) 3 only
(d) 2 and 3 only

Consider the following statements:

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Which of the following may be considered
as the Impact of Sri Lanka crisis on India?
1. Due to lack of comprehensive refugee
policy, an influx of refugees in India can
increase supply-side shock and competition
in labor market.
2. There is threat that China may gain its
influence in the island country
3. Tamil rebels and dissident group like
Sinhalese population can take up arms in
the time of crisis and can led to civil war in
island nation.
Select the correct answer using the code
given below.
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
With reference to the India-Japan relations,
consider the following statements:
1. Clean Energy Partnership (CEP) was
launched under the overall ambit of the
'India-Japan Energy Dialogue'.
2. Joint Crediting Mechanism (JCM) was
established for implementation of Article 6
of the Paris Agreement related to private
capital flow to developing countries.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Both India and Japan are part of which of
the following organisations?
1. Quad
2. G-20
3. G-7
Select the correct answer using the code
given below.
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
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(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Recently seen in the news, Economic
Cooperation and Trade Agreement, has
been signed between India and which one
of the following countries?
(a) USA
(b) UK
(c) Japan
(d) Australia
With reference to India and Australia
relations, consider the following statements:
1. Australia is India's largest trading partner.
2. Both countries have signed the Civil
Nuclear Cooperation Agreement.
3. Both countries are members of Quad, G-
20, IOR-ARC, ASEAN Regional Forum, Asia
Pacific Partnership on Climate and Clean
Development.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Consider the following statements with
reference to the Arctic Council:
1. It was established by eight Arctic States
through the Ottawa Declaration of 1996.
2. It is a treaty-based international legal
entity.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
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Consider the following statements with
reference to the PACER scheme:
1. It comprises the Antarctic program, Indian
Arctic program, Southern Ocean program
and Cryosphere and Climate program.
2. It is implemented through the Ministry of
Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
With reference to the Sagarmala
programme, consider the following
statements:
1. It is the flagship programme of the
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.
2. Implementation of the projects identified
under the Sagarmala Programme cab be
taken up only by the relevant Ports or the
State Governments.
3. The core vision of the Sagarmala
programme is to reduce the logistics cost
for EXIM and domestic trade with minimal
infrastructure investment.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Consider the following statements with
reference to the Initiatives under Sagarmala
Programme:
1. Licensing relaxation is provided to foreign
flag vessels for carrying transshipment
containers, empty containers, fertilizers and
agricultural, fisheries.
2. Under coastal berth scheme, financial
assistance up-to 50% of total project cost or
maximum funding limit can be provided to
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the implementing agency for creation of
infrastructure to promote movement of
cargo/passengers by sea/National
Waterways.
3. Under Project Unnati, global benchmarks
were adopted to improve the Key
Performance Index (KPI) of efficiency and
productivity for 12 major ports.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Consider the following statements with
reference to the Bangladesh-Bhutan-India-
Nepal (BBIN) Motor Vehicles Agreement
(MVA):
1. It was launched in 2015 after the failure of
agreement on regional MVA among South
Asian Association Regional Cooperation
(SAARC) in 2014 due to concerns associated
with Pakistan.
2. BBIN provides for regulation of only
passenger and personal vehicular traffic.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Which of the following institutions releases
the International Logistics Performance
Index (LPI)?
(a) World Bank
(b) IMF
(c) World Trade Organisation
(d) World Economic Forum
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Consider the following statements with Consider the following statements about
reference to the SASEC Program: Financial Action Task Force (FATF):
1. It brings together Bangladesh, Bhutan, 1. It is an inter-governmental body
India, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, and Sri established to combat money laundering,
Lanka for project-based partnership. terrorist financing and threats tothe
2. Asian Development Bank serves as SASEC integrity of the international financial
secretariat. system.
Which of the statements given above is/are 2. Pakistan has been on the black list of
correct? FATF.
(a) 1 only 3. All United Nations countries are members
(b) 2 only of FATF.
(c) Both 1 and 2 Which of the statements given above is/are
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 correct?
(a) 1 only
The US, EU, India and South Africa are (b) 1 and 2 only
closing in on a draft “compromise (c) 1 and 3 only
agreement” on waiving Intellectual Property (d) 2 and 3 only
(IP) rights for Covid-19 vaccines. In this
context, consider the following statements: Which of the following countries are
1. The waiver of patent protections could members of the grouping ‘Bucharest Nine
allow countries with fewer resources to (B9)’?
reduce the price necessary to produce large 1. Hungary
quantities of vaccine. 2. Ukraine
2. This will completely resolve the issue of 3. Lithuania
inaccessibility of vaccines. 4. Romania
Which of the statements given above is/are 5. Czech Republic
correct? Select the correct answer using the code
(a) 1 only given below.
(b) 2 only (a) 1, 2 and 4 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (b) 1, 2 and 3 only
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 1, 3, 4 and 5 only
(d) 1 and 5 only
Consider the following countries:
1. Maldives
2. India
3. Sri Lanka
4. Mauritius
Which of the above countries is/are the
founding members of the Colombo Security
Conclave (CSC)?
(a) 1, 2, 3 and 4
(b) 1, 2 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 4 only
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Consider the following statements about (d) Chennai

‘Bucharest Nine’ (B9):
1. It is a group of 9 NATO countries in EX-DUSTLIK’, recently seen in news, is a
Eastern Europe that became part of the US- bilateral exercise conducted between India
led military alliance after end of Cold War. and:
2. It was founded in 2015. (a) UAE
3. All members of B9 are part of European (b) Uzbekistan
Union (EU) and North Atlantic Treaty (c) Mongolia
Organisation (NATO). (d) Thailand
Which among the following statements
given above is/are correct? ‘LAMITIYE-2022’ is a joint military exercise
(a) 1 and 2 only between the Indian Army and the army of:
(b) 2 and 3 only (a) UAE
(c) 1 and 3 only (b) Seychelles
(d) All of the above (c) Kazakhstan
(d) Bangladesh
Which of the following countries border
with Black Sea? April
1. Georgia Consider the following statements with
2. Ukraine reference to the UN Human Rights Council:
3. Romania 1. It consists of 100 States responsible for
4. Russia the promotion and protection of all human
5. Bulgaria rights around the globe.
6. Turkey 2. It replaced the former Commission on
Select the correct answer using code given Human Rights.
below. 3. Its decisions, resolutions, and
(a) 1, 2 and 4 only recommendations are not legally binding.
(b) 2, 3, 4 and 6 only Which of the statements given above are
(c) 2, 4 and 6 only correct?
(d) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 (a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
SLINEX is the bilateral maritime exercise (c) 1 and 3 only
between India and (d) 1, 2 and 3
(a) South Africa
(b) Singapore
(c) Sri Lanka
(d) Slovenia

Recently, ‘Prasthan’ (Offshore Security

exercise) was seen in news. It was conducted
in:
(a) Mumbai
(b) Port Blair
(c) Vishakhapatnam

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With reference to the achievements of the 3. Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty,

UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC), 1996
consider the following statements: Select the correct answer using the code
1. In 2021, members of the UNHRC adopted given below.
resolution recognizing the human right to a (a) 1 only
safe, clean, healthy and sustainable (b) 2 and 3 only
environment. (c) 1 and 3 only
2. In 2012, UNHRC unanimously adopted a (d) 1, 2 and 3
resolution to protect the free speech of
individuals on the Internet, the first such Consider the following statements with
U.N. resolution of its kind. reference to Antarctica:
Which of the statements given above is/are 1. It is the world's highest continent, with an
correct? average elevation of about 7,200 feet above
(a) 1 only the sea level.
(b) 2 only 2. There are no active volcanoes in
(c) Both 1 and 2 Antarctica.
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
With reference to Weapons of Mass (a) 1 only
Destruction and their Delivery Systems (b) 2 only
(Prohibition of Unlawful Activities) Act, 2005, (c) Both 1 and 2
consider the following statements: (d) Neither 1 nor 2
1. The Act was passed to meet an
international obligation enforced by the UN Which of the following is/are objectives of
Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1540 the Antarctic Treaty?
of 2004. 1. To demilitarize Antarctica and to establish
2. Its primary objective to provide an it as a zone free of nuclear tests and the
integrated and overarching legislation on disposal of radioactive waste, and to ensure
prohibiting unlawful activities in relation to that it is used for peaceful purposes only.
all three types of WMD, Nuclear, Chemical 2. To promote international scientific
and Biological. cooperation in Antarctica.
Which of the statements given above is/are 3. To set aside disputes over territorial
correct? sovereignty.
(a) 1 only Select the correct answer using the code
(b) 2 only given below.
(c) Both 1 and 2 (a) 1 only
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
Which one of the following treaties have (d) 1, 2 and 3
been signed and ratified by India?
1. Chemical Weapons Convention
(CWC),1992
2. Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of
Nuclear Weapons (NPT), 1970

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India has 2+2 dialogues with which of the Consider the following statements:
following countries? 1. ISRO has set up a Directorate of Space
1. USA Situational Awareness and Management
2. UK (SSAM) aiming at protecting high valued
3. France space assets from space debris close
4. Russia approaches and collisions.
Select the correct answer using the code 2. Network for space object Tracking and
given below. Analysis (NETRA) Project is an early warning
(a) 1 only system in space to detect debris and other
(b) 2 and 3 only hazards to Indian satellites.
(c) 1 and 4 only 3. India is an active member of Inter-Agency
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Debris Coordination Committee (IADC).
Which of the statements given above are
With reference to India-USA relations, correct?
consider the following statements: (a) 1 and 2 only
1. Both India and USA are part of QUAD and (b) 2 and 3 only
G-20. (c) 1 and 3 only
2. India-US defence cooperation is based on (d) 1, 2 and 3
“New Framework for India US Defence
Cooperation”, which was renewed for a Consider the following statements:
period of ten years in 2015. 1. Japan is also the biggest bilateral donor
3. The Indian Americans constitute the to India.
largest Asian ethnic group in the US. 2. Dharma Guardian is an army exercise
Which of the statements given above is/are between India and Japan.
correct? 3. A Comprehensive Economic Partnership
(a) 1 and 2 only Agreement (CEPA) exists between India and
(b) 2 and 3 only Japan since 2011.
(c) 1 and 3 only Which of the statements given above are
(d) 1, 2 and 3 correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
Consider the following statements with (b) 2 and 3 only
reference to Space Situational Awareness (c) 1 and 3 only
(SSA): (d) 1, 2 and 3
1. It is the practice of tracking objects in
space, identifying them and establishing
their orbits.
2. It is crucial for ensuring safety and
security of India’s space assets.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

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Consider the following statements: 2. It will help in better coordination in

1. International North-South Transport multilateral bodies such as G20 and World
Corridor (INSTC) encompasses ship, rail and Trade Organisation on issues of mutual
road routes connecting India with Russia, interest.
Central Asia and Europe via Iran. Which of the statements given above is/are
2. Ashgabat Agreement aims to establish an correct?
international multimodal transport and (a) 1 only
transit corridor between Central Asia and (b) 2 only
the Persian Gulf. (c) Both 1 and 2
Which of the statements given above is/are (d) Neither 1 nor 2
correct?
(a) 1 only Consider the following statements with
(b) 2 only reference to United Nations Economic and
(c) Both 1 and 2 Social Council (ECOSOC):
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. It is one of the six principal organs of the
UN System.
Which of the following is/are correct with 2. All members of United Nations of General
reference to the importance of India - Assembly are members of the ECOSOC.
Maldives relationship for both India and Which of the statements given above is/are
Maldives? correct?
1. Maldives’ proximity to the west coast of (a) 1 only
India (b) 2 only
2. Maldives situation at the hub of (c) Both 1 and 2
commercial sea lanes running through (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Indian Ocean
3. Maldives is part of the Colombo Security Consider the following statements with
Conclave reference to the Raisina Dialogue:
Select the correct answer using the code 1. It is hosted by the NITI Aayog.
given below. 2. It has emerged as India’s flagship
(a) 1 and 2 only conference on geopolitics and geo-
(b) 2 and 3 only economics.
(c) 1 and 3 only Which of the statements given above is/are
(d) 1, 2 and 3 correct?
(a) 1 only
Uthuru Thilafalhu (UTF) atoll, recently seen (b) 2 only
in the news, is located in (c) Both 1 and 2
(a) Maldives (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(b) Thailand
(c) Malaysia
(d) Australia
Consider the following statements with
reference to the Trade and Technology
Council (TTC):
1. It was launched by India and World Bank.

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Trilateral Development Corporation (TDC) May

has been launched by which one of the Which of the following countries are
following ministries? members of Indo-Pacific Economic
(a) Ministry of External Affairs Framework for Prosperity (IPEF)?
(b) Ministry of Education 1. USA
(c) Ministry of Home Affairs 2. India
(d) Ministry of Finance 3. Japan
4. China
Global Security Initiative has been initiated Select the correct answer using the code
by which one of the following countries? given below.
(a) India (a) 1 and 2 only
(b) USA (b) 2, 3 and 4 only
(c) Russia (c) 1 and 4 only
(d) China (d) 1, 2 and 3 only

Which of the following statements is/are With reference to Shanghai Cooperation

NOT correct in the context of International
Telecommunication Union (ITU)?
(a) It is a specialized agency of the United
Nations for information and
communication.
(b) India is not a member of the ITU.
(c) It empowers people around the world
through technology education and training.
(d) It supports communications in the wake
of disasters and emergencies.
Consider the following statements about
‘United States Commission on International
Religious Freedom’ (USCIRF):
1. It is an independent, bipartisan U.S.
federal government agency.
2. It is created by 1998 International
Religious Freedom Act (IRFA).
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Organisation (SCO), consider the following
statements:
1. It is a permanent intergovernmental
international organisation.
2. India and Pakistan are its founding
members.
3. It has the aim of moving towards the
establishment of a democratic, fair and
rational new international political and
economic order.
Which of the statements given above are
correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Often seen in the news, Regional Anti-
Terrorist Structure (RATS), is associated with:
(a) United Nations Security Council
(b) European Union
(c) South Asian Association for Regional
Cooperation
(d) Shanghai Cooperation Organisation

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Which of the following is/are the India has most recently signed a
significance of North Eastern states for Comprehensive Economic Partnership
India? Agreement (CEPA) with which one of the
1. Sharing borders with countries such as following countries?
Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, Myanmar and (a) United Arab Emirates
Nepal makes it conducive to international (b) Saudi Arabia
trade. (c) Australia
2. Strategically located with access to the (d) Indonesia
traditional domestic market of eastern India
and is also a vantage entry point for Consider the following statements with
Southeast Asian markets. reference to India-Nordic Summit:
3. Central pillar of India’s Neighbourhood 1. The 1st India-Nordic Summit was held at
first' and 'Act East policies. Copenhagen in 2022.
Select the correct answer using the code 2. The principal focus of discussion and
given below. partnership was on Blue Economy,
(a) 1 and 2 only Renewable energy- investment avenues and
(b) 2 and 3 only Health sector.
(c) 1 and 3 only Which of the statements given above is/are
(d) 1, 2 and 3 correct?
(a) 1 only
Consider the following statements: (b) 2 only
1. The Look East Policy was launched in (c) Both 1 and 2
1991 with the aim of increasing economic (d) Neither 1 nor 2
integration with the countries of South East
Asia. Which of the following countries are
2. India's Act East Policy was launched in considered as Nordic Countries?
2014 to promote economic, strategic and 1. Denmark
cultural relations with the Asia Pacific 2. Norway
region. 3. Sweden
Which of the statements given above is/are 4. Iceland
correct? Select the correct answer using the code
(a) 1 only given below.
(b) 2 only (a) 1 and 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (b) 2, 3 and 4 only
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 1 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Which of the following group of countries
are collectively called Golden Triangle? Recently seen in the news, India Green
(a) Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar Finance Initiative, was launched by India and
(b) Iran, Afghanistan and Pakistan which one of the following countries?
(c) Argentina, Bolivia and Columbia (a) USA
(d) Bangladesh, Myanmar and Cambodia (b) UK
(c) Denmark
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Consider the following statements:
1. The International Centre for Anti-
Microbial Resistance (ICARS) is a One Health
research partnership platform that helps to
tackle Anti-Microbial Resistance in Low and
Low Middle Income Countries.
2. Global Digital Health Partnership (GDHP)
is a collaboration of governments and
territories, government agencies and the
WHO, formed to support the effective
implementation of digital health services.
3. India is not a member of GDHP.
Which of the statements given above are
correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Consider the following statements with
reference to International Migration Review
Forum:
1. The first IMRF was held under the
auspices of General Assembly at the United
Nations.
2. It shall take place every year beginning in
2022.
3. It will serve as primary intergovernmental
global platform to discuss and share
progress on implementation of all aspects
pertaining to migration and its intersection
with Sustainable Development Goals.
Which of the statements given above are
correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Consider the following statements with
reference to Global Declaration on Future
on Internet:
1. It aims to promote a global Internet that
advances the free flow of information,
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advancing “inclusive and affordable”
connectivity.
2. Both India and USA have adopted this
declaration.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
With reference to Budapest Convention on
Cybercrime, 2001, consider the following
statements:
1. Presently, it is the only legally binding
multilateral convention on cybercrime and
electronic evidence.
2. India also did not sign the Budapest
Convention on Cybercrime, 2001.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Consider the following statements in the
context of India-UAE Comprehensive
Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA):
1. All the products exported from India to
UAE will attract zero duty.
2. The agreement also provides for a
permanent safeguard mechanism to deal
with sudden surge in imports of any
product.
3. It also has stringent 'rules of origin'
reflecting requirements for substantial
processing of up to 40% value addition.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1, 2 and 3
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 2 and 3 only
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Recently India-Germany signed a joint (a) 1 only

declaration of intent establishing the Green (b) 2 only
and Sustainable Development Partnership (c) Both 1 and 2
(SDGs). Which of the following deliverables (d) Neither 1 nor 2
are part of this declaration:
1. Develop an Indo-German Green Consider the following statements:
Hydrogen Roadmap. 1. WTO views India’s Minimum Support
2. An Indo-German Renewable Energy Price as a trade-distorting measure.
Partnership with focus on innovative solar 2. Sanitary and phytosanitary measures
energy. taken by some states against the importing
3. A lighthouse cooperation on countries are considered non-tariff barriers
“Agroecology and Sustainable Management to trade.
of Natural Resources”. Which of the statements given above is/are
4. Deepen cooperation in restoring forest correct?
landscapes under the Bonn Challenge. (a) 1 only
Select the correct answer using the code (b) 2 only
given below. (c) Both 1 and 2
(a) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(b) 1, 2 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only Which of the following specific and binding
(d) 1 and 4 only commitments are made by WTO member
countries in Agreement on Agriculture?
Consider the following statements about 1. Market Access
‘Pangong Tso’: 2. Domestic support
1. It is the world's highest saltwater lake. 3. Export subsidization
2. It is situated in the Himalayan range on Select the correct answer using the code
India-China Border. given below.
Which of the statements given above is/are (a) 1 and 2 only
correct? (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) 1 only (c) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

June
Consider the following statements with
reference to the WTO:
1. It is the successor to the General
Agreement on Tariffs and Trade.
2. At WTO all decisions are taken through
consensus and any member can exercise a
veto.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?

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Consider the following statements
regarding the Partnership for Global
Infrastructure and Investment (PGII):
1. It seeks to provide an alternative to
China’s BRI project.
2. It will mostly use government funds to
finance infrastructure projects.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Consider the following statements
regarding the G7:
1. It is an informal forum of leading
industrialized nations.
2. Russia and the EU are members of the G7.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Consider the following statements in the
context of the LiFE Campaign:
1. This campaign has the goal to encourage
an eco-friendly lifestyle.
2. The idea of it was introduced by the
Indian Prime Minister during the COP26 at
Glasgow.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Which of the following are India-led
alternatives to counter BRI?
1. Asia-Africa Growth Corridor
2. MAUSAM project
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3. SAGAR (security and growth for all in the
region)
Select the correct answer using the code
given below.
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Which of the following statements
is not correct with respect to NATO?
(a) It was formed in 1949.
(b) It was formed to act as a deterrent to the
threat of Soviet expansion in Europe after
World War II.
(c) Article 5 of the NATO charter states that
an attack on one member of NATO is an
attack on all of its members.
(d) Finland and Sweden are members of
NATO.
Consider the following statements in the
context of NATO:
1. NATO's Open door policy allows any
European country that can contribute to the
security of the North Atlantic area to join.
2. Major Non-NATO Ally Status is a
designation given by the US government to
members of NATO.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
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Which of the following are initiatives of the (a) Jhelum

BRICS? (b) Chenab
1. Establishment of the New Development (c) Sutlej
Bank (d) Indus
2. Establishment of Asian Infrastructure
Investment Bank Consider the following statements with
3. Establishment of Contingent Reserve regard to the Helsinki Rules on the Uses of
Arrangements the Waters of International Rivers:
Select the correct answer from the code 1. It is an international guideline that asserts
given below. the rights of all bordering nations to an
(a) 2 only equitable share in water resources.
(b) 1 and 2 only 2. It is applicable to all drainage basins that
(c) 1 and 3 only cross national boundaries, except where
(d) 1, 2 and 3 other agreement between bordering nations
exists.
Consider the following statements Which of the statements given above is/are
regarding the European Union (EU): correct?
1. It is a political and economic union of 28 (a) 1 only
sovereign Member States. (b) 2 only
2. European Parliament is the only directly (c) Both 1 and 2
elected institution of the European Union. (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct? ISRO has launched nanosatellite Nayif-1 in
(a) 1 only which country?
(b) 2 only (a) UAE
(c) Both 1 and 2 (b) Oman
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) Iran
(d) Saudi Arabia
Which of the following river waters are
allocated to India under the Indus Water In which of the following country India will
Treaty? develop the West Seti hydropower project?
1. Sutlej (a) Bhutan
2. Beas (b) Nepal
3. Jhelum (c) Afghanistan
4. Ravi (d) Bangladesh
Select the correct answer using the code
given below.
(a) 1, 2 and 4 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Kishanganga Hydroelectric Project (KHEP) is

on which river?

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Consider the following pairs:

Corridor connects With reference to Indus Water Treaty
connects the consider the following statements:
1.
Indian Ocean 1. It was signed in 1960 by India, Pakistan,
International
and the and China.
North-South :
Persian Gulf 2. World Bank was a third-party guarantor
Transport
to the Caspian of the Indus Water Treaty.
Corridor
Sea 3. Any country under the treaty can
2. Chennai- unilaterally exit the provisions of the treaty.
Vladivostok connects Which of the statements given above is/are
: correct?
Maritime India-Russia
Corridor (a) 1 only
3. India’s (b) 2 only
Arabian- connects India (c) 2 and 3 only
Mediterranean : with mainland (d) 1, 2 and 3
(Arab-Med) Europe
Corridor Arrange the following Himalayan rivers from
Which of the pairs given above is/are north to south.
correctly matched? 1. Indus
(a) 1 and 3 only 2. Chenab
(b) 3 only 3. Jhelum
(c) 1 and 2 only 4. Ravi
(d) 1, 2 and 3 5. Sutlej
6. Beas
What is a Northern Ireland Protocol recently Select the correct answer using the code
seen in the news? given below.
(a) It is a protocol issued during COVID-19 (a) 1-2-3-4-5-6
for home isolation. (b) 1-3-2-4-6-5
(b) It is a special arrangement that ensures (c) 1-2-4-2-6-5
the land border between Northern Ireland (d) 1-3-4-2-5-6
and Republic of Ireland.
(c) It is a protocol issued for illegal Abraham Accords recently seen in news with
immigrants coming to Ireland Protocol. reference to
(d) It is a protocol for giving (a) India- China
accommodation to war victims of Russia- (b) USA- Canada
Ukraine war for Ukrainians. (c) Israel-UAE
(d) Russia- Ukraine
‘Partnership for Global Infrastructure and
Investment (PGII)’, recently seen in news,
has been launched by:
(a) European Union
(b) G7
(c) OECD
(d) BRICS

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‘Operation Sankalp’, recently seen in the 6. The United Arab Emirates

news, is aimed towards: Select the correct answer using the code
(a) supplying essential medicines to the given below.
Maldives. (a) 1, 4 and 5 only
(b) ecological restoration of degraded (b) 2, 4 and 6 only
forests with peoples’ participation. (c) 2, 5 and 6 only
(c) ensuring safe passage of Indian Flag (d) 3, 4 and 5 only
Vessels in the Gulf Region.
(d) curbing illegal trade in wild cat and wild With reference to Shinzo Abe, consider the
bird species. following statements:
1. He put forth the idea of Quadrilateral
July Security Dialogue (QUAD).
The Asia-Africa Growth Corridor is an 2. He was awarded Padma Vibhushan.
agreement for the socio-economic 3. He put forth the idea of Womenics.
development of Asia and Africa between Which of the statements given above is/are
India and correct?
(a) USA (a) 1 only
(b) Russia (b) 1 and 3 only
(c) European Union (c) 2 only
(d) Japan (d) 1, 2 and 3

Which among the following countries share One country, two systems (OCTS) a term
boundary with India’s north eastern region? often seen in the news in relation of
1. Nepal (a) Israel
2. Bhutan (b) Hong Kong
3. Thailand (c) Ireland
4. Myanmar (d) North Korea
5. Vietnam
Select the correct answer using code given Which among the following countries
below. borders the Black Sea?
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only 1. Georgia
(b) 1, 2 and 4 only 2. Russia
(c) 3 and 5 only 3. Ukraine
(d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 4. Turkey
Select the correct answer using the code
Recently, the Prime Minister of India given below.
participated in the inaugural virtual summit (a) 1 and 2 only
of I2U2. Which of the following countries (b) 1 and 4 only
are part of I2U2? (c) 3 and 4 only
1. Iran (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
2. Israel
3. Indonesia
4. The United States
5. The United Kingdom

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Which among the following countries are August

part of the Supply Chain Resilience Consider the following statements
Initiative? regarding Girmitiya countries:
1. China 1. They are the countries where Indians were
2. India taken as indentured labourers during British
3. Japan India to work on plantations in British
4. Australia colonies.
Select the correct answer using the code 2. These include Fiji, Mauritius, Jamaica,
given below. South Africa and Guyana.
(a) 1 and 3 only Which of the statements given above is/are
(b) 2 and 4 only correct?
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only (a) 1 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
With reference to the Asia Energy Transition (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Initiative, consider the following statements:
1. It aims to achieve sustainable growth and Which one of the following countries was
carbon neutrality in Asia through energy the largest recipient of remittances in 2021?
transitions. (a) USA
2. It includes finance for renewable energy, (b) India
energy efficiency and liquefied natural gas (c) China
(LNG) projects. (d) Saudi Arabia
Which of the statement given above is/are
correct? Which of the following activities are
(a) 1 only prohibited in Antarctica under the Indian
(b) 2 only Antarctic Act, 2022?
(c) Both 1 and 2 1. Nuclear explosion
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. Disposal of radioactive wastes
3. Introduction of non-sterile soil
Consider the following statements with 4. Commercial fishing
reference to the Theatre Commands: Select the correct answer using the code
1. Idea of Theatre commands has been given below.
proposed by the Kargil review committee (a) 1 and 4 only
only. (b) 2 and 3 only
2. Single-service commands that currently (c) 1, 2 and 3 only
exist would be combined into just three (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
geographical commands.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

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Consider the following statements Consider the following statements

regarding Antarctica: regarding the Minerals Security Partnership
1. It holds 90% of the Earth’s total ice (MSP):
volume and 70% of its fresh water. 1. It is a US-led partnership of 11 countries
2. It is the world's largest continent. to secure and strengthen supply chains of
3. Just 2% of this continent is free of ice, critical minerals.
allowing a small toe-hold for hardy animals 2. India is not its member at present.
and plants. 3. It is aimed at catalysing investment from
Which of the statements given above are governments and the private sector to
correct? ensure that countries realise the full
(a) 1 and 2 only economic development benefit of their
(b) 2 and 3 only geological endowments.
(c) 1 and 3 only Which of the statements given above are
(d) 1, 2 and 3 correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
Which of the following are India's Research (b) 2 and 3 only
stations in Antarctica? (c) 1 and 3 only
1. Maitri (d) 1, 2 and 3
2. Bharati
3. Himadari
Select the correct answer using the code Consider the following statements
given below. regarding the Critical Minerals:
(a) 1 and 2 only 1. It refers to mineral resources which are
(b) 2 and 3 only essential inputs in the functioning of
(c) 1 and 3 only modern technologies, economies and
(d) 1, 2 and 3 national security.
2. It includes only the 17 Rare earths
Consider the following statements elements.
regarding the Antarctic Treaty: Which of the statements given above is/are
1. It aims to demilitarize Antarctica, making correct?
it free of nuclear tests and the disposal of (a) 1 only
radioactive waste. (b) 2 only
2. India is the founding member of the (c) Both 1 and 2
treaty. (d) Neither 1 nor 2
3. Convention for the Conservation of
Antarctic Seals, 1972 was negotiated under
the treaty.
Which of the statements given above are
correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

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Consider the following statements with Consider the following statements

reference to the Khanij Bidesh India Ltd. regarding the International Atomic Energy
(KABIL): Agency:
1. It is a joint venture of 3 Central Public 1. It was founded in 1957 to promote
Sector Enterprises namely, National nuclear cooperation and the safe, secure
Aluminium Company Ltd. (NALCO), and peaceful use of nuclear technologies.
Hindustan Copper Ltd. (HCL) and Mineral 2. It is a specialized agency integrated within
Exploration Company Ltd. (MECL). the United Nations system but through its
2. It is mandated to identify and acquire own international treaty “The Statute of the
overseas mineral assets of critical and IAEA”.
strategic nature. Which of the statements given above is/are
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
correct? (a) 1 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Which of the following countries are
Which of the following organizations members of SAARC?
released the Common Security 2022 report? 1. Afghanistan
(a) World Bank 2. Bangladesh
(b) World Economic Forum 3. Myanmar
(c) United Nations 4. Bhutan
(d) None of the above Select the correct answer using the code
given below.
Consider the following statements (a) 1 and 4 only
regarding the Treaty on the Non- (b) 2 and 3 only
Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons: (c) 1, 2 and 4 only
1. It represents the only binding (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
commitment in a multilateral treaty to the
goal of disarmament by the nuclear- Consider the following statements:
weapon States. 1. South Asian Free Trade Agreement
2. The treaty defines nuclear-weapon states (SAFTA) is confined to both goods and all
(NWS) as those that have built and tested a services like information technology.
nuclear explosive device before 1 January 2. SAARC university was established in India.
1967. 3. SAARC Food Bank was established to
3. India is considered as a NWS under the facilitate as an emergency source for facing
treaty. a crisis in shortage or a natural disaster.
Which of the statements given above are Which of the statements given above are
correct? correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only
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Consider the following statements with Which one of the following is the
reference to Trans-Himalayan Multi- significance of the “Chicken’s neck” or the
Dimensional Connectivity Network: Siliguri corridor, often seen in the news?
1. It is an economic corridor proposed (a) It has the largest number of corals and
between India and China. mangrove species in India.
2. It aims to pave the way for more (b) It is India’s gateway to the South East
integration between China and the rest of and accounts for the maximum number of
South Asia. international boundaries that India shares
Which of the statements given above is/are with its neighbours.
correct? (c) It accounts for the largest deposits of
(a) 1 only rare earth and coal in India.
(b) 2 only (d) It is the agri tourism belt in India
(c) Both 1 and 2 focusing on the polutary farms
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Consider the following statements
Which of the following are part of the First regarding the geopolitical significance of
Island Chain? the Chabahar port for India:
1. Kuril Islands 1. Establishing a sea-based trade route to
2. Japanese Archipelago Western and Central Asia via Chabahar port
3. Taiwan would allow India to bypass Pakistan and
Select the correct answer using the code establish trade networks with the countries
given below. in these regions.
(a) 1 and 2 only 2. Chabahar Port development will
(b) 2 and 3 only supplement the Ashgabat agreement which
(c) 1 and 3 only aims to establish an international
(d) 1, 2 and 3 multimodal transport and transit corridor
between Central Asia and the Persian Gulf.
With reference to the One Country- Two Which of the statements given above is/are
System policy of China, consider the correct?
following statements: (a) 1 only
1. Hong Kong and Macau, can have (b) 2 only
different economic and political systems (c) Both 1 and 2
from that of mainland China, while being (d) Neither 1 nor 2
part of China.
2. Hong Kong and Macau became Special
Administrative Regions of China with their
own currencies, economic and legal
systems.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

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Consider the following statements
regarding the International North-South
Transport Corridor(INSTC):
1. It is a 7200 km multi-modal
transportation network, first envisaged in
2000 by Russia, India, and Iran.
2. It connects the Indian Ocean to the
Caspian Sea via the Persian Gulf onwards
Russia and Northern Europe.
3. It will reduce carriage costs between India
and Russia by 30% and bring down transit
time.
Which of the statements given above are
correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
With reference to India-Egypt relations,
consider the following statements:
1. Both countries were the founding
members of the Non-Aligned Movement.
2. India-Egypt concluded a Friendship Treaty
in 1955.
3. The India-Egypt Bilateral Trade
Agreement has been in operation since
1978 and is based on the Most Favoured
Nation clause.
Which of the statements given above are
correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Desert Warrior is a bilateral military exercise
held between India and
(a) Egypt
(b) Saudi Arabia
(c) Qatar
(d) Oman
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The first session of the High-Powered Joint
Trade Committee (JTC) under the India-
Mauritius Comprehensive Economic
Cooperation and Partnership Agreement
(CECPA) was recently held. In this context,
consider the following statements:
1. CECPA is the first trade Agreement signed
by India with a country in Africa.
2. It covers Trade in Goods as well as Trade
in Services.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Which one of the following is considered
the largest Asia-Pacific military exercise?
(a) Cobra Gold
(b) Nomadic Elephant
(c) Yudh Abhyas
(d) Vajra Prahar
With reference to the Customs
(Administration of Rules of Origin under
Trade Agreements) Rules, 2020 (CAROTAR),
consider the following statements:
1. These are aimed at plugging duty evasion
through routing exports to India under Free
Trade Agreements (FTA).
2. Importers need to furnish proof of 35%
value addition in goods from the country of
origin to claim duty concession under FTAs.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
International Relations Yearly MCQ

Often seen in the news, New START is a: In relation to Weapons of Mass Destruction,
(a) nuclear arms reduction treaty. which of the following Treaties/Conventions
(b) international treaty designed to protect are Ratified/Signed by India?
the ozone layer. 1. Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of
(c) trade and development agreements Nuclear Weapons (NPT), 1970
negotiated between the European Union. 2. Biological Weapons Convention, 1972
(d) none of the above. 3. Chemical Weapons Convention, 1992
4. Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear
With reference to the International Weapons (TPNW), 2017
Convention on Standards of Training, Select the correct answer using the code
Certification, and Watchkeeping for given below.
Seafarers (STCW), 1978, consider the (a) 1 and 2 only
following statements: (b) 2 and 3 only
1. It is a multilateral convention to establish (c) 1 and 4 only
basic requirements on training, certification, (d) 3 and 4 only
and watchkeeping for seafarers on an
international level. Consider the following statements
2. Compliance and implementation of regarding the DigiYatra app:
convention are looked after by International 1. It is a platform for the issuance and
Maritime Organization (IMO). verification of documents & certificates in a
Which of the statements given above is/are digital way.
correct? 2. The app is based on Facial Recognition
(a) 1 only Technology.
(b) 2 only Which of the statements given above is/are
(c) Both 1 and 2 correct?
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
Weapons of Mass Destruction Amendment (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Act, 2022 was passed by Parliament. In this
context, consider the following statements: Consider the following pairs of Indian ilitary
1. It prohibits the financing of any activity in exercises:
relation to WMD and its delivery system. Participant
Exercise name
2. It empowers the state governments to Nations
freeze, seize or attach funds for preventing 1. Vajra Prahar : Russia
such financing to prohibited activity. 2. AL NAJAH-
Which of the statements given above is/are : Oman
IV
correct? 3. VINBAX : Vietnam
(a) 1 only Which of the pairs given above is/are
(b) 2 only correctly matched?
(c) Both 1 and 2 (a) 1, 2 and 3 only
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 2 only
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Consider the following statements Which of the pairs given above are correctly
regarding VL-SRSAM: matched?
1. It is a ship-borne weapon system used to (a) 1 and 2 only
strike aerial threats. (b) 2 and 3 only
2. It has a range of 400 to 500 km at an (c) 1 and 3 only
altitude of around 15 km. (d) 1, 2 and 3
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct? Consider the following statements
(a) 1 only regarding Financial Intermediary Fund (FIF):
(b) 2 only 1. It provides long-term financing to
(c) Both 1 and 2 strengthen prevention, preparedness, and
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 response capabilities in low income
countries
September 2. It is hosted by World Bank and with
Oil and natural gas rich Sakhalin region is technical support from WHO.
situated in which of the following countries? Which of the statements given above is/are
(a) Turkmenistan correct?
(b) Saudi Arabia (a) 1 only
(c) Venezuela (b) 2 only
(d) Russia (c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Consider the following statements
regarding e-Thawtheeq system which was in Which of the following water bodies are
news recently: touched by Border of Saudi Arabia?
1. It is a system to streamline the migration 1. Persian Gulf
process for workers. 2. Mediterranean Sea
2. It is used by Saudi Arabia government. 3. Red Sea
Which of the statements given above is/are 4. Caspian Sea
correct? Select the correct answer using the code
(a) 1 only given below.
(b) 2 only (a) 1 and 3 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 4 only
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 1, 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Consider the following statements with
respect to 22nd Meeting of the Council of
Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation
Organization (SCO):
1. It was hosted in Samarkand.
2. Varanasi was declared as the SCO
Tourism and Cultural Capital for 2022-2023.
3. Iran was accepted as a permanent
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Consider the following statements with Russia’s Far East (RFE) Region borders which
reference Sendai Framework for Disaster of the following countries?
Risk Reduction: 1. Japan
1. It outlines seven clear targets and four 2. Mongolia
priorities for action to prevent disaster risks. 3. United States
2. India is a signatory to the Sendai 4. North Korea
Framework. Select the correct answer using the code
Which of the statements given above is/are given below.
correct? (a) 1 and 2 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only
(b) 2 only (c) 1, 3 and 4 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS) is a
Consider the following statements with permanent body of which of the following
reference to SERVIR: organization?
1. It is an initiative of the National (a) United Nations
Aeronautics and Space Administration. (b) NATO
2. It provide satellite and geospatial (c) BRICS
information to developing countries to (d) Shanghai Cooperation Organization
address critical challenges in climate
change, food security, water etc. Consider the following statements
Which of the statements given above is/are regarding Kushiyara river:
correct? 1. It is a tributary of Barak river.
(a) 1 only 2. It flows between India and Nepal.
(b) 2 only Which of the statements given above is/are
(c) Both 1 and 2 correct?
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
Saudi Arabia is bordered by which of the (c) Both 1 and 2
following countries? (d) Neither 1 nor 2
1. Iraq
2. Iran Kuril Island lies between Russia and which of
3. Jordan the following country?
4. Israel (a) China
5. Kuwait (b) Alaska region of USA
Select the correct answer using the code (c) Japan
given below. (d) Mongolia
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 3 and 5 only
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Tipaimukh Hydro-Electric Power Project (a) 1 and 2 only

situated on which of the following rivers? (b) 1 and 3 only
(a) Ganga (c) 3 and 4 only
(b) Brahmaputra (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
(c) Barak
(d) Teesta
In the context of the Coalition on Disaster
Consider the following statements with Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI), consider the
reference Indo-Pacific Economic Framework following statements:
(IPEF): 1. It is an India led initiative.
1. It is structured around 4 pillars relating to 2. It is a platform for generating and
trade, supply chains, clean economy, and exchanging knowledge to facilitate
fair economy. investment in disaster resilient.
2. India is a member of IPEF. Which of the statements given above is/are
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
correct? (a) 1 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Which of the following sea touches far
Which of the following countries are eastern region of Russia?
members of the Shanghai Cooperation 1. Laptev sea
Organization (SCO)? 2. Sea of Okhotsk
1. Kyrgyzstan 3. Bering sea
2. Tajikistan Select the correct answer using the code
3. Turkmenistan given below.
4. Mongolia (a) 1 and 3 only
5. Uzbekistan (b) 2 and 3 only
Select the correct answer using the code (c) 1 only
given below. (d) 1, 2 and 3
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1, 2 and 5 only Consider the following statements
(c) 3 and 4 only regarding Eastern Economic Forum (EEF):
(d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 1. It was established in 2015.
2. It was established to encourage foreign
Both India and Bangladesh are members of investments in the Russia’s Far East region.
which of the following multilateral forums? Which of the statements given above is/are
1. BBIN correct?
2. BIMSTEC (a) 1 only
3. SAARC (b) 2 only
4. IORARC (c) Both 1 and 2
Select the correct answer using the code (d) Neither 1 nor 2
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Feni Bridge (Maitree Setu) on Feni river Which of the following statements
connects Bangladesh with which Indian is not correct about Indus Water Treaty?
state? (a) This agreement was signed in 1960.
(a) Tripura (b) This agreement was brokered by the
(b) West Bengal World Bank
(c) Assam (c) Easter rivers were allocated to India for
(d) Meghalaya unrestricted use.
(d) India can’t build run of the river
Volcanoes of Kamchatka are situated in hydropower projects on western rivers.
which of the following country?
(a) Russia Which of these are important international
(b) USA principles for water-sharing?
(c) Japan 1. Harmon doctrine
(d) Philippines 2. Campione Rules
3. Helsinki rules, 1996
October 4. Berlin Rules 2004
Consider the following statements with Select the correct answer using the code
respect to Indus river: given below.
1. Siachen Glacier lies south of Indus river. (a) 1, 2 and 4 only
2. Indus river passes through Pakistan (b) 1, 2, 3 and 4
occupied Kashmir. (c) 2 and 3 only
Which of the statements given above is/are (d) 1, 3 and 4 only
correct?
(a) 1 only Consider the following statements with
(b) 2 only reference to the India-Africa Defence
(c) Both 1 and 2 Dialogue (IADD):
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. It was institutionalized in 2020 to be held
biennially during successive DefExpos.
Consider the following statements with 2. Gandhinagar Declaration was adopted as
respect to these hydroelectricity projects: an outcome document of IADD 2022.
1. Kishanganga Hydroelectricity Project is Which of the statements given above is/are
located on Jhelum river. correct?
2. Ratle Hydroelectric Plant is being (a) 1 only
constructed on the Chenab river. (b) 2 only
3. Both projects are funded by the World (c) Both 1 and 2
Bank. (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Which of the statements given above
are not correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
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Which of the following area of Africa is
piracy prone area?
1. East African coast in Gulf of Aden
2. Niger Delta Region
3. Gulf of Guinea in West Africa
Select the correct answer using the code
given below.
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Which of the following terrorist
organizations are active in Africa?
1. Boko Haram
2. Al-Shabaab
3. Al-Qaeda
Select the correct answer using the code
given below.
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Which of the following statements
are not correct regarding UN Peacekeeping
mission?
(a) The first UN peacekeeping mission was
established in 1948.
(b) The decision to send a peacekeeping
mission to a country is made by the UN
General Assembly.
(c) UN member states contribute military
and police personnel under UN command,
for which they are paid from UN funds.
(d) Till now there are 71 peacekeeping
operation since1948 and 12 current
peacekeeping operation going on.
Consider the following statements with
respect to the Action for peace (A4P):
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1. It is a set of mutually-agreed principles
and commitments to create peacekeeping
operations fit for the future.
2. It is centred on eight priority commitment
areas.
3. A4P+ is the implementing strategy with 7
priorities for A4P for 2021-23.
Which of the statements given above are
correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Which of the following statements
are not correct regarding India’s UN
Peacekeeping missions?
(a) Currently, India is the highest troop-
contributing country.
(b) India’s contribution to UN Peacekeeping
began with its participation in the UN
operation in Korea in the 1950s.
(c) In 2007, India became the first country to
deploy an all-women contingent to the
Mission.
(d) India was also the first country to
contribute to the Trust Fund on sexual
exploitation and abuse set up in 2016.
Consider the following statements with
reference to the Financial Action Task Force
(FATF):
1. It was established in 1989 in Paris.
2. It currently comprises 37 member
jurisdictions.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
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Consider the following statements are (d) Neither 1 nor 2

correct with respect to the Financial Action
Task Force (FATF): Consider the following statements with
1. FATF’s ‘Black’ and ‘Grey’ lists terms exist in reference to the INTERPOL?
official FATF terminology which are used to 1. It is an inter-governmental organization
describe two lists of countries. comprising 195 member countries.
2. FATF Recommendations are the 2. Its headquarter is in Lyon.
international standards set by the FATF to Which of the statements given above is/are
combat money laundering and terrorist correct?
financing. (a) 1 only
Which of the statements given above is/are (b) 2 only
correct? (c) Both 1 and 2
(a) 1 only (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 With reference to the INTERPOL, consider
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 the following statements:
1. Under Article 2 of Interpol’s constitution
Which of the following hydroelectric member states are not obliged to comply
project/dams has been built on the western with the demands of General Secretariat.
rivers of the Indus? 2. Red Notice can be issued by Interpol
1. Salal dam project against those who were granted refugee
2. Baglihar Hydropower project status.
3. Shahpurkandi dam Which of the statements given above is/are
4. Ujh Multipurpose correct?
Select the correct answer using the code (a) 1 only
given below. (b) 2 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2
(b) 2 and 3 only (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(c) 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 With reference to the ID-ART, consider the
following statements:
Consider the following statements with 1. It is a mobile app launched by Interpol.
regard to the National Central Bureau in 2. It was launched to identify stolen cultural
India: property, reduce smuggling, and recover
1. It is the sole authorized agency in India stolen works.
for contacts with the police agencies of the Which of the statements given above is/are
other countries. correct?
2. It acts as a branch of the Central Bureau (a) 1 only
of Investigation. (b) 2 only
Which of the statements given above are (c) Both 1 and 2
correct? (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
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Border of which of the following countries UN committee on the Peaceful use of Outer
touches Baltic sea? Space (COPUSS) governs the exploration
1. Sweden and use of space for the benefit of all the
2. Finland humanity. It oversees which of the following
3. Poland treaties underpinning space law?
4. Lithuania 1. Outer Space Treaty
Select the correct answer using the code 2. Moon agreement
given below. 3. Liability convention
(a) 2 and 4 only Select the correct answer using the code
(b) 2, 3 and 4 only given below.
(c) 1 and 3 only (a) 1 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
With reference to the Nord Stream, consider (d) 1, 2 and 3
the following statements:
1. It is the primary network through which India shares longest border with which of
gas reaches Germany from Russia. the following countries?
2. It passes through the Norwegian Sea. (a) Pakistan
Which of the statements given above is/are (b) China
correct? (c) Bangladesh
(a) 1 only (d) Myanmar
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 Consider the following pairs:
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 Maritime exercise Between
Countries
Recently Prime Minister launched Mission 1. Garuda : France-India
DefSpace at which place? 2. Simbex : Singapore-India
(a) Gandhinagar 3. IBSAMAR : India,Brazil and
(b) Pune South Africa
(c) Bangalore Which of the pairs given above is/are
(d) Lucknow correctly matched?
(a) 1, 2 and 3
Partial Test Ban Treaty (PTBT) prohibits (b) 1 and 3 only
nuclear weapons tests in: (c) 1 only
1. atmosphere (d) 2 and 3 only
2. outer space
3. under water Which of the following countries are
Which of the statements given above are members of Collective Security Treaty
correct? Organization (CSTO)?
(a) 1 and 2 only 1. Belarus
(b) 2 and 3 only 2. Russia
(c) 1 and 3 only 3. Kyrgyzstan
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Select the correct answer using the code

given below. Consider the following statements
(a) 2 and 4 only regarding International Fund for Agricultural
(b) 2, 3 and 4 only Development (IFAD) :
(c) 1 and 3 only 1. It is an agency of United Nations.
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 2. It focuses exclusively on urban poverty
reduction in developing countries.
November Which of the statements given above is/are
Which of the countries are members of correct?
ASEAN? (a) 1 only
1. Cambodia (b) 2 only
2. Myamar (c) Both 1 and 2
3. Malaysia (d) Neither 1 nor 2
4. Papua New Guinea
Select the correct answer using the code Consider the following statements
given below. regarding Global Alliance for Food Security:
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only 1. It was launched by Food and Agriculture
(b) 2, 3 and 4 only Organization.
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only 2. It aims to tackle the hunger crisis
(d) 1, 2 and 4 only unfolding due to Russia and Ukraine war.
Which of the statements given above is/are
In the context of ASEAN-India relations, correct?
consider the following statements: (a) 1 only
1. India is currently the top trading partner (b) 2 only
of ASEAN. (c) Both 1 and 2
2. India does not have any trade agreement (d) Neither 1 nor 2
with ASEAN in services.
Which of the statements given above is/are Consider the following statements
correct? regarding Global Alliance for Climate Smart
(a) 1 only Agriculture:
(b) 2 only 1. It is supported by Food and Agriculture
(c) Both 1 and 2 Organization.
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. Its members include inter-governmental
Which of the following countries were organizations, NGOs, civil society etc.
associated with Black Sea Grain Deal? Which of the statements given above is/are
1. Turkey correct?
2. Ukraine (a) 1 only
3. Russia (b) 2 only
Select the correct answer using the code (c) Both 1 and 2
given below. (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
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Global Agriculture and Food Security 1. It was set up in 2017 within the United
Programme is an initiative of Nations Framework Convention on Climate
(a) United Nations Change (UNFCCC).
(b) G20 2. It is managed by Global Environment
(c) European Union Facility.
(d) World Bank Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
Consider the following statements (a) 1 only
regarding Dadabhai Naoroji : (b) 2 only
1. He was the first Indian to be elected to (c) Both 1 and 2
Parliament in Britain. (d) Neither 1 nor 2
2. He established The East India Association.
3. He was the founder editor of the Journal In the context of geopolitics, the term
Rast Goftar in 1851. "Friend Shoring" is associated with
Which of the statements given above is/are (a) Supply Chains
correct? (b) Biodiversity
(a) 1 only (c) Plastic Pollution
(b) 1 and 2 only (d) Tax Evasion
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3 Consider the following statements
regarding China-Indian Ocean Region
Consider the following statements Forum :
regarding South African Development 1. India is part of this initiative.
Community : 2. It was organized by China International
1. It is an intergovernmnetal organization. Development Cooperation Agency.
2. It comprises more than 50 percent of Which of the statements given above is/are
African population. correct?
Which of the statements given above is/are (a) 1 only
correct? (b) 2 only
(a) 1 only (c) Both 1 and 2
(b) 2 only (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 Consider the following statements
regarding Indo Pacific Regional Dialogue :
Asia Africa growth corridor was launched by 1. It is an apex level international annual
India in partnership with conference of Indian Navy.
(a) Germany 2. It has representation from only
(b) Japan government agencies.
(c) USA Which of the statements given above is/are
(d) Russia correct?
(a) 1 only
With reference to India-UN Development (b) 2 only
Partnership Fund, consider the following (c) Both 1 and 2
statements : (d) Neither 1 nor 2

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In the context of global trade, consider the Consider the following statements
following statements regarding currency regarding the Lusophone World:
monitoring list : 1. It is spread in nine countries across four
1. It is maintained by World Trade continents.
Organization. 2. India hosted the International Lusophone
2. India was recently added to this list. Festival in Goa.
Which of the statements given above is/are 3. It is a group of Spanish-speaking
correct? countries.
(a) 1 only Which of the statements given above is/are
(b) 2 only correct?
(c) Both 1 and 2 (a) 1, 2 and 3
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 (b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 only
Consider the following pairs with reference (d) 1 and 3 only
to exercises of Indian Armed Forces:
Participating Consider the following statements
Exercise
nation regarding the Currency Swap Agreement
1. Garuda (CSA):
: France
Shakti 1. It is an agreement or contract between
2. Harimau two countries to exchange currencies with
: Malaysia predetermined terms and conditions.
Shakti
3. Yudh 2. RBI has signed a Currency Swap
: USA Agreement (CSA) with Maldives Monetary
Abhyas
How many pairs given above are correctly Authority.
matched? Which of the statements given above is/are
(a) None of the pairs correct?
(b) Only one pair (a) 1 only
(c) Only two pairs (b) 2 only
(d) All three pairs (c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
December
Consider the following statements
regarding the Paris Club:
1. It is an informal group of official creditors
whose role is to find coordinated and
sustainable solutions to the payment
difficulties experienced by debtor countries.
2. India is a member of the Paris Club.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

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Consider the following statements 3. Communicatons and Information Security

regarding the India Australia Economic and Memorandum of Agreement (CISMOA)
Cooperation Trade Agreement (ECTA): 4. Basic Exchange and Cooperation
1. It covers almost all tariff lines dealt by Agreement (BECA)
India and Australia. Select the correct answer using the code
2. It is expected to an additional given below.
employment of at least 10 lakhs jobs in (a) 1 and 4 only
India. (b) 2 and 3 only
Which of the statements given above is/are (c) 1, 2 and 3 only
correct? (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only Consider the following statements
(c) Both 1 and 2 regarding the G20:
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. It was founded in 1999 after the Asian
financial crisis.
Consider the following statements 2. There is no permanent secretariat for the
regarding the UN Commission on Status of Group.
Women: 3. It recently adopted the Bali declaration.
1. It was established by the UN Economic Which of the statements given above is/are
and Social Council (ECOSOC). correct?
2. It plays a leading role in implementation (a) 3 only
of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for (b) 1 and 3 only
Action. (c) 1, 2 and 3
Which of the statements given above is/are (d) 2 and 3 only
correct?
(a) 1 only Consider the following statements
(b) 2 only regarding the United Nations Security
(c) Both 1 and 2 Council:
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. It is empowered to impose binding
obligations on 193 UN member states to
Yuddh Abhyas is a military exercise between maintain international peace and security.
(a) India and USA 2. It’s non-permanent members are not
(b) India and Japan afforded veto power.
(c) India and Bangladesh 3. It’s presidency is held by each of
(d) India and Sri Lanka members in turn for one month.
Which of the statements given above are
correct?
Which of the following defence cooperation (a) 1, 2 and 3
agreements have been signed between (b) 1 and 2 only
India and USA? (c) 2 and 3 only
1. General Security of Military Information (d) 1 and 3 only
Agreement (GSOMIA)
2. Logistics Exchange Memorandum of
Agreement (LEMOA)

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