Ten MCQs on current International and national events - 96

PRERNA FOR IAS

(ASSOCIATE OF SAMKALP)

A-Category MCQs -96

Q1. India's partnership with Seychelles under the MAHASAGAR vision primarily aims to strengthen:

1. Maritime security
2. Blue Economy cooperation
3. Capacity building in island nations
4. Climate resilience and regional development

Select the correct answer:

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

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

Explanation: India's engagement with Seychelles includes cooperation in maritime security, defence, UPI-based digital payments, healthcare, education, space technology and development assistance. The partnership reflects India's MAHASAGAR and SAGAR vision, which seeks a secure, prosperous and sustainable Indian Ocean Region. Island nations play a strategic role in safeguarding sea lanes, promoting the Blue Economy and addressing climate challenges. UPSC frequently asks questions linking India's maritime diplomacy with Indo-Pacific strategy and the Global South.

Q2. The editorial advocating revival of the India–China Strategic Economic Dialogue primarily argues that:

(a) Border disputes should be ignored permanently.
(b) Economic engagement and strategic vigilance can coexist.
(c) India should become economically dependent on China.
(d) National security should be subordinated to trade.

Correct Answer: (b) Economic engagement and strategic vigilance can coexist.