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MCQs with answers on “India’s Aspirations for Permanent Membership in the UN Security Council”
- What is India’s primary motivation for seeking permanent membership in the UN Security Council?
- A) Economic interests
- B) Geopolitical influence
- C) Global recognition
- D) Humanitarian efforts
Answer: B) Geopolitical influence
- Which article of the UN Charter discusses the expansion of the UN Security Council?
- A) Article 23
- B) Article 27
- C) Article 51
- D) Article 103
Answer: A) Article 23
- India has been consistently advocating for the expansion of the UN Security Council since which year?
- A) 1947
- B) 1955
- C) 1971
- D) 1992
Answer: D) 1992
- Which of the following is a key argument used by India in support of its bid for permanent membership in the UN Security Council?
- A) India’s economic power
- B) India’s military power
- C) India’s large population and democratic credentials
- D) India’s geographic location
Answer: C) India’s large population and democratic credentials
- Which of the following countries is a key ally of India in its bid for permanent membership in the UN Security Council?
- A) United States
- B) China
- C) Japan
- D) Russia
Answer: A) United States
- India has consistently argued that the UN Security Council needs to be reformed to reflect the changed dynamics of the global order after which event?
- A) World War II
- B) The Cold War
- C) The end of colonialism
- D) The rise of emerging economies
Answer: A) World War II
- What is one of the key proposals from India regarding reforms in the UN Security Council?
- A) To grant veto powers to all member countries
- B) To increase the number of permanent members
- C) To eliminate the Security Council entirely
- D) To create a new military wing of the UN
Answer: B) To increase the number of permanent members
- Which of the following is NOT a permanent member of the UN Security Council?
- A) France
- B) United Kingdom
- C) Japan
- D) Russia
Answer: C) Japan
- Which of the following countries supports India’s bid for permanent membership in the UN Security Council?
- A) China
- B) United Kingdom
- C) Pakistan
- D) South Korea
Answer: B) United Kingdom
- In the context of India’s aspirations for a permanent UN Security Council seat, what is the G4 Group?
- A) A military alliance between the US, Japan, India, and Brazil
- B) A group advocating for the expansion of the UN Security Council, comprising India, Brazil, Germany, and Japan
- C) A diplomatic bloc focused on peacekeeping missions
- D) A trade partnership formed between four key nations
Answer: B) A group advocating for the expansion of the UN Security Council, comprising India, Brazil, Germany, and Japan
- In the UN Security Council, what power do the five permanent members (P5) hold that India seeks?
- A) Right to veto decisions
- B) Right to initiate military action
- C) Right to draft resolutions
- D) Right to set economic sanctions
Answer: A) Right to veto decisions
- Which country has consistently opposed India’s permanent membership in the UN Security Council, citing concerns over regional security?
- A) China
- B) Russia
- C) Pakistan
- D) United States
Answer: C) Pakistan
- What major diplomatic event took place in 2005 related to India’s bid for permanent membership in the UN Security Council?
- A) India joined the G4 Group
- B) India was formally nominated by the US for permanent membership
- C) India hosted the UN Security Council summit
- D) India vetoed a Security Council resolution
Answer: A) India joined the G4 Group
- India’s bid for permanent membership in the UN Security Council is also supported by which regional organization?
- A) BRICS
- B) SAARC
- C) ASEAN
- D) SCO
Answer: A) BRICS
- Which of the following is a challenge to India’s bid for permanent membership in the UN Security Council?
- A) The balance of power in Asia
- B) India’s nuclear program
- C) Opposition from China and Pakistan
- D) India’s economic performance
Answer: C) Opposition from China and Pakistan
- The UN Security Council’s permanent members hold veto power. Which country’s veto power has often been a barrier to India’s membership?
- A) United States
- B) China
- C) Russia
- D) United Kingdom
Answer: B) China
- Which of the following reforms does India propose for the UN Security Council?
- A) Expansion of permanent members with veto power
- B) Introduction of a rotating seat for non-permanent members
- C) Creation of a second UN General Assembly
- D) Elimination of the veto power
Answer: A) Expansion of permanent members with veto power
- Which region is primarily impacted by the UN Security Council’s lack of permanent representation from India?
- A) Africa
- B) Latin America
- C) Asia
- D) Europe
Answer: C) Asia
- Which international body strongly supports India’s bid for permanent membership in the UN Security Council?
- A) IMF
- B) WTO
- C) European Union
- D) G4 Group
Answer: D) G4 Group
- What does the term “P5” stand for in the context of the UN Security Council?
- A) The five permanent members of the UN Security Council
- B) The five powers involved in global peace treaties
- C) The five largest economies in the world
- D) The five countries with nuclear weapons
Answer: A) The five permanent members of the UN Security Council
- Which of the following arguments is made in favor of India’s permanent membership in the UN Security Council?
- A) India’s peacekeeping role in the world
- B) India’s alignment with the West
- C) India’s ability to handle global conflicts
- D) India’s dominance in international trade
Answer: A) India’s peacekeeping role in the world
- India’s aspirations for permanent membership in the UN Security Council are linked to which international initiative?
- A) UN Peacekeeping Operations
- B) Paris Climate Agreement
- C) Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT)
- D) Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism
Answer: D) Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism
- Which of the following is a key argument against India’s permanent membership in the UN Security Council?
- A) India’s economic instability
- B) India’s lack of military power
- C) India’s growing diplomatic influence
- D) The existing P5 members’ opposition
Answer: D) The existing P5 members’ opposition
- Which major Asian country strongly supports India’s bid for permanent membership in the UN Security Council?
- A) South Korea
- B) Japan
- C) Indonesia
- D) China
Answer: B) Japan
- Which of the following actions has India taken to strengthen its case for permanent membership in the UN Security Council?
- A) Increased military aid to Africa
- B) Enhanced participation in UN peacekeeping missions
- C) Withdrawal from the UN General Assembly
- D) Decrease in foreign investments
Answer: B) Enhanced participation in UN peacekeeping missions
- In the context of India’s UN Security Council bid, what does the term “veto power” refer to?
- A) The right to make decisions for the entire UN
- B) The right to prevent a decision from being passed
- C) The right to propose new policies
- D) The right to represent any country in the UN
Answer: B) The right to prevent a decision from being passed
- Which regional organization does India believe should have greater representation in the UN Security Council?
- A) Latin America
- B) Middle East
- C) Asia and Africa
- D) Western Europe
Answer: C) Asia and Africa
- The UN Security Council is made up of how many total members?
- A) 10
- B) 15
- C) 20
- D) 25
Answer: B) 15
- Which country is India’s main competitor in the South Asian region for a permanent seat in the UN Security Council?
- A) Sri Lanka
- B) Bangladesh
- C) Pakistan
- D) Nepal
Answer: C) Pakistan
- What is the main reason for the lack of support for India’s permanent membership from some P5 countries?
- A) Economic competition
- B) Political alignment with opposing states
- C) Fear of increased influence of India
- D) Geopolitical instability in the region
Answer: C) Fear of increased influence of India
These questions provide a comprehensive overview of India’s aspirations for permanent membership in the UN Security Council, reflecting the key issues, challenges, and strategic considerations involved.
