Ten MCQs on current International and national events - 58

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       A-Category MCQs -58

MCQ 1. The postponement of the India–Africa Summit due to the Ebola outbreak primarily highlights which of the following?

1. Public health emergencies have little impact on diplomacy.
2. Health security has become an important component of foreign policy.
3. International summits are no longer relevant.
4. Africa is India's largest trading partner.

(A) 1 only
(B) 2 only
(C) 2 and 3 only
(D) 1 and 4 only

Answer: (B) 2 only

Explanation: The postponement of the India–Africa Summit demonstrates that public health emergencies can directly influence diplomatic engagements and international cooperation. Governments increasingly view health security as part of national security and foreign policy. Disease outbreaks affect travel, trade