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The correct answer is option 2.

Key Points

• Statement I is correct: The AITIGA was signed at the 7th ASEAN Economic Ministers-India Consultations in 2009.
• Statement II is correct: Under AITIGA, ASEAN and India have committed to progressively eliminating duties on 76.4% of goods, and tariffs will be liberalized on over 90% of goods.
• Statement III is incorrect: AITIGA applies only to trade in goods, not services. Trade in services is covered by a separate agreement, the ASEAN-India Trade in Services Agreement, signed in 2014.
• Statement IV is correct: AITIGA includes provisions for reducing non-tariff barriers and simplifying customs procedures to ensure transparent trade practices.

Additional Information

• The ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA) was signed in 2009 and entered into force on January 1, 2010.
• The agreement is focused on goods trade and does not cover services, which are separately handled under another agreement.
• AITIGA aims to progressively eliminate tariffs on 76.4% of goods, with a liberalization target of over 90%.
• Provisions also include efforts to reduce non-tariff barriers and streamline customs processes for a more transparent trade environment.

The correct answer is option 1.

In News

• India recently criticized the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) for making "unwarranted" and "factually incorrect" remarks under the influence of Pakistan.

Key Points

• I is correct. The OIC comprises 57 member states and aims to promote peace, security, and safeguard Islamic values.
• II is incorrect. India is not a member of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC).

Additional Information

• The OIC was founded in 1969 in Rabat, Morocco, with its headquarters in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. It is the collective voice of the Muslim world.

The correct answer is option 2.

In News

• The International Energy Agency (IEA) recently stated that India is projected to lead global oil demand growth by 2030, contributing an additional 1 million barrels per day.

Key Points

• The IEA was established in 1974 following the 1973 oil crisis to coordinate a collective response to global energy supply disruptions. Hence, Statement I is correct.
• The IEA’s headquarters is located in Paris, France, not Geneva. Hence, Statement II is incorrect.
• India is not a full member of the IEA; it is listed as an associate country. Hence, Statement III is incorrect.
• To become a full member of the IEA, a country must be a member of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). Hence, Statement IV is correct.

Additional Information

• The IEA currently has 32 full member countries and 13 association countries including India and China.
• Major IEA publications include World Energy Outlook, World Energy Balances, Net Zero by 2050, and Energy Technology Perspectives.
• Members must hold 90 days’ worth of net oil imports in reserve and commit to energy data transparency, emergency response plans, and coordinated actions.

The correct answer is option 2. 

In News

• Congress leaders criticized reciprocal tariffs, stating that they contradict the fundamental principles of international trade under WTO. 

Key Points

• The Most-Favoured-Nation (MFN) principle does not allow selective trade benefits. Instead, it ensures that any trade concession granted to one WTO member must be extended to all other members.
  • Some exceptions exist, such as free trade agreements and anti-dumping measures, but these are strictly regulated.
    • Hence, Statement 1 is incorrect.
• The National Treatment principle ensures that once foreign goods enter a market, they must be treated the same as locally-produced goods in terms of taxation, regulations, and legal requirements.
  • However, customs duties can still be imposed at the border, as national treatment applies only after the goods have entered the domestic market.
    • Hence, Statement 2 is correct.
• The WTO does not require all countries to implement trade liberalization at the same pace.
  • In reality, developing countries and least-developed countries (LDCs) receive special provisions, such as longer transition periods and preferential market access.
  • The Doha Development Agenda specifically recognizes the need for flexibility in trade commitments for developing economies.
    • Hence, Statement 3 is incorrect.

Additional Information

• Other Key WTO Principles:
  • Freer Trade: Reducing trade barriers (tariffs and quotas) through negotiations.
  • Predictability: Countries commit to stable trade policies to encourage investment and economic growth.
  • Promoting Fair Competition: Addressing unfair trade practices such as dumping and excessive subsidies.

The correct answer is option 2.

In News

• India received a high safety and airworthiness rating from ICAO in its 2022 audit of DGCA, surpassing global benchmarks.

Key Points

• ICAO was established by the Convention on International Civil Aviation (Chicago Convention) in 1944 and became operational in 1947. Hence, Statement I is correct.
• ICAO is a UN specialized agency headquartered in Montreal, Canada, responsible for global civil aviation standards. Hence, Statement II is correct.
• ICAO does not assist with military aviation; its scope is limited to civil aviation. Hence, Statement III is incorrect.
• ICAO helps formulate aviation law, ensures aviation safety, and facilitates liberalization of international air transport markets. Hence, Statement IV is correct.

Additional Information

• ICAO currently has 193 member states and promotes cooperation for safe, secure, and environmentally responsible aviation. India is a founding member.

The correct answer is Germany.

Key Points

• On 1 January, Germany takes over the G7 Presidency.
  • The 2022 G7 Summit is due to take place from 26 to 28 June 2022 in the Bavarian Alps.
  • The G7, or "Group of Seven," consists of the US, Canada, Japan, France, the UK, Italy and Germany.
  • In June 2021 Summit, the G7 leaders agreed to distribute 2.3 billion vaccine doses.
  • Germany is the second-largest donor in the COVAX vaccination alliance.

Additional Information

• The Group of Seven is an inter-governmental political forum consisting of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States.
  • It was founded in 1975.

The correct answer is China

Key Points

• China is not a member of SAARC.
• SAARC is South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation, It is a regional intergovernmental organization.
• Its members are these nations- India, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Bhutan, Nepal, Maldives, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.
• Trick to remember SAARC countries: MBBS PAIN
• M - Maldives, B - Bhutan, B - Bangladesh, S - Sri Lanka, P - Pakistan, A - Afghanistan, I - India , N - Nepal

The correct answer is the Foundation for Environmental Education.

• The Blue Flag programme is operated under the auspices of the Foundation for Environmental Education.
• It is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Why in the news?

• India becomes the first nation to be awarded Blue Flag certification for 10 beaches in a single attempt.
• Eight of India’s beaches including Shivrajpur (Dwarka-Gujarat), Ghoghla (Diu), Kasarkod and Padubidri (Karnataka), Kappad (Kerala), Rushikonda (AP), Golden Beach (Odisha), and Radhanagar (A&N Islands) have received this award.

Additional Information

• Blue Flag is an iconic voluntary award for beaches, marinas, and sustainable boating.
• It is awarded to those that meet and maintain the criteria of a series of stringent environmental, educational, safety and accessibility.

Key Points

• The International Court of Justice is the UN’s principal judicial organ which was established in June 1945.
• The seat of the court is situated at the Peace Palace in The Hague, Netherlands.
• It is the successor of the Permanent Court of International Justice (PCIJ).
• As of Jan 2022, Joan Donoghue is the current President of the International Court of Justice.

Additional Information

• The headquarters of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization(UNESCO) is located in Paris.
• The headquarters of the International Monetary Fund(IMF) is located in Washington, D.C.
• The headquarters of the United Nations is located in New York City.

The correct answer is option 1.

Key PointsG20 Overview:

• The G20 is an international forum for global economic cooperation that consists of 19 countries , the European Union, African Union
• The G20 members represent 85% of the world economy, 75% of global trade, and two-thirds of the world's population.
• G20 Member Countries:
  • Argentina
  • Australia
  • Brazil
  • Canada
  • China
  • France
  • Germany
  • India
  • Indonesia
  • Italy
  • Japan
  • Republic of Korea (South Korea)
  • Mexico
  • Russia
  • Saudi Arabia
  • South Africa
  • Turkey
  • United Kingdom
  • United States
  • European Union
• Hence, the correct answer is option 1.

Additional Information

• 2023 G20 Summit:
  • India is hosting the G20 Leaders' Summit in 2023. The G20 was established in 1999, and its current chairman is Narendra Modi.
  • The summit is formally known as the "Summit on Financial Markets and the World Economy."
• Other International Groups:
  • G7: Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK, and the USA.
  • SCO (Shanghai Cooperation Organization): China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, Pakistan, India, and Uzbekistan.
  • BIMSTEC: Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

• There are six official languages of the United Nations.
• These are Arabic, Chinese, French, English, Russian, and Spanish. All official UN documents are written in these six languages.
• Bengali, Hindi, Portuguese, and Turkish are new proposed languages for the official languages of the United Nations.

Trick to remember UN official languages –  FACERS

F – French
A –  Arabic
C – Chinese
E – English
R – Russian
S – Spanish

The correct answer is 2 years.

Key Points

• The United Nations Security Council is one of the six principal organs of the United Nations with the aim of keeping International Peace and Security.
• There are 5 permanent members of the UNSC which are also referred to as Permanent Five, Big Five, or P5.
• China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States are the permanent members of the UNSC.

Important Points

• Non-Permanent Members
  • There are 10 non-permanent members of the security council.
  • The non-permanent members of the Security Council are elected by a two-thirds majority out of which 5 for African and Asian countries.
  • India is been the eighth time non-permanent member of the UNSC.
  • Non-permanent members are elected by the United Nations General Assembly for two-year terms starting on 1 January, with five replaced each year.

The correct answer is 1121.

Key Points

• A World Heritage Site is an area with legal protection by an international convention administered by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
• The sites are designated as having “outstanding universal value” under the Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage.
• As of June 2020, there are 1121 world heritage sites that have been protected by UNESCO.
• UNESCO classified these sites as cultural, natural, and mixed.
• UNESCO published its first list of protected places in 1978.
• There were just 12 World Heritage Sites while releasing UNESCO's first list of protected places.
• The first World Heritage Site on the list is the Galápagos Islands.

Mistake Points

• As of February 2025, UNESCO's World Heritage List comprises 1,223 sites across 168 countries.

For more:-https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/

The Correct Answer is Option 2 i.e International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry.

• UNESCO: 
  • It is the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.
  • It seeks to build peace through international cooperation in Education, the Sciences and Culture.
  • Headquarters: France.
• The International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC):
  • It is the world authority on chemical nomenclature and terminology, including the naming of new elements in the periodic table; on standardized methods for measurement; and on atomic weights, and many other critically evaluated data.
  • Dr Lynn M. Soby is the Executive Director of IUPAC.
• International Science Council:
  • The ISC was created in 2018 as the result of a merger between the International Council for Science (ICSU) and the International Social Science Council (ISSC).
  • It is the only international non-governmental organization bringing together the natural and social sciences and the largest global science organization of its type.
  • Headquarters: France
• International Union of Geodesy and Geophysics (IUGG):
  • It is a non-governmental, scientific organization, established in 1919.
  • IUGG is dedicated to the international promotion and coordination of scientific studies of Earth (physical, chemical, and mathematical) and its environment in space.
  • Secretary General: Alexander Rudloff.

Option 3 is the correct answer:

• World Food Programme is a branch of the United Nations and is based in Rome, Italy.
• It was established in 1961 and aims at eradicating world hunger aiding people with food assistance during a humanitarian crisis.
• It is a member of the United Nations Development Programme.
• Structure:  
  • It is governed by representatives from 36 member states of the UN or FAO.
  • David Beasley is the current executive director of WFP and heads it.
  • In addition, there is one deputy executive and three assistant executive directors. 
  • It works in partnership with various Governments, NGOs and private entities.