Ten MCQs on current International and national events - 95

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(ASSOCIATE OF SAMKALP)

A-Category MCQs -95

Q1. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Seychelles primarily strengthens India's cooperation in:

1. Maritime Security
2. Blue Economy
3. Defence Capacity Building
4. SAGAR/MAHASAGAR Vision

Select the correct answer:

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

Correct Answer: (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Explanation: During the visit, India handed over a Fast Patrol Vessel, ambulances and utility vehicles while expanding cooperation in maritime security, defence, Blue Economy and capacity building. Seychelles occupies a strategically important position in the Western Indian Ocean and is an important partner under India's SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) and Vision MAHASAGAR initiatives. UPSC frequently asks questions linking India's maritime diplomacy with Indo-Pacific strategy and neighbourhood policy.

Q2. The proposed visit of the US President to India reflects growing cooperation in:

1. Trade and Investment
2. Critical Minerals
3. Indo-Pacific Security
4. Technology and Supply Chains

Select the correct answer:

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

Correct Answer: (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4