Ten MCQs on current International and national events - 216

PRERNA FOR IAS

(ASSOCIATE OF SAMKALP)

A-Category MCQs -216

Q1. Brazil, BRICS and Global South Diplomacy

In the context of the reported Brazilian presidential election and its implications for international cooperation, consider the following statements:

1. Brazil and India are members of both BRICS and the G20.
2. The India–Brazil–South Africa Dialogue Forum (IBSA) promotes cooperation among three major democracies of the Global South.
3. BRICS is a collective-defence organisation whose members are legally required to provide military assistance to one another.
4. Cooperation among emerging economies can support reform of international institutions without requiring confrontation with developed countries.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1, 2 and 3 only
(b) 1, 2 and 4 only
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Correct Answer: (b) 1, 2 and 4 only

Explanation: The supplied newspaper summaries discuss Brazil's reported election and its significance for India's international partnerships. Statement 1 is correct because India and Brazil participate in BRICS and the G20. Statement 2 is correct because IBSA promotes cooperation among India, Brazil and South Africa. Statement 3 is incorrect. BRICS is not a military alliance and does not impose collective-defence obligations. Statement 4 is correct because emerging economies can cooperate on development, trade, climate finance and institutional reform while maintaining relations with developed countries. Hidden trap: Diplomatic and economic cooperation does not automatically create a military alliance.

Q2. Election Commission, Article 324 and Judicial Review

In the context of the Election Commission's submissions before the Supreme Court concerning electoral-roll revision, consider the following statements:

1. Article 324 assigns the Election Commission responsibility for the superintendence, direction and control of elections.
2. The Election Commission's constitutional independence places every administrative decision made by it beyond judicial review.
3. Electoral-roll revision must operate within the applicable constitutional and statutory framework.
4. Transparent procedures and effective appeal mechanisms can strengthen confidence in electoral administration.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1, 2 and 3 only
(b) 1, 3 and 4 only
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Correct Answer: (b) 1, 3 and 4 only