UPSC Essentials daily subject quiz : International Relations MCQs (Week 180) — Check out answers with explanations

QUESTION 1 - 2 correct statements

NATO membership is not limited to European states bordering the Atlantic Ocean, as statement 1 claims. The purpose of NATO is to guarantee the freedom and security of all its members through political and military means, making statement 2 correct. The principle of collective defence, where an attack against one member is considered an attack against all, is indeed a core commitment of NATO, making statement 3 correct as well. Therefore, option (b) is correct.

QUESTION 2 - 2 correct statements

The British Isles consist of the two major islands of Great Britain and Ireland, as well as numerous smaller islands. This makes statement 1 correct. However, Great Britain comprises three nations - England, Scotland, and Wales, making statement 2 incorrect. Ireland is made up of the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, thus making statement 3 correct. Consequently, option (d) is correct.

QUESTION 3 - 2 correct statements

The Gaza Strip is located southeast of Egypt, making statement 1 correct. Israel is situated to the north and east of Gaza, thus making statement 2 correct. However, Jordan is located to the west of Gaza, making statement 3 incorrect. Hence, option (b) is correct.