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Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) with answers on “Indo-China Relations: Challenges and Opportunities” for the Civil Services Examination
1. The Line of Actual Control (LAC) is:
- a) The de facto border between India and China
- b) The official border demarcation between India and China
- c) A historical trade route between India and China
- d) A bilateral agreement on trade and economic cooperation
Answer: a) The de facto border between India and China
2. The Doklam Plateau is strategically important because:
- a) It is a contested area between India, China, and Bhutan
- b) It has significant mineral resources
- c) It is a major trade route
- d) It is an area of high biodiversity
Answer: a) It is a contested area between India, China, and Bhutan
3. The Sino-Indian War of 1962 was primarily fought over:
- a) Territorial disputes in Aksai Chin and Arunachal Pradesh
- b) Control of the South China Sea
- c) Trade routes in Central Asia
- d) Influence in Southeast Asia
Answer: a) Territorial disputes in Aksai Chin and Arunachal Pradesh
4. The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is:
- a) A major infrastructure project connecting China to Pakistan through the Gwadar Port
- b) A trade agreement between China and Pakistan
- c) A bilateral military alliance
- d) A cultural exchange program
Answer: a) A major infrastructure project connecting China to Pakistan through the Gwadar Port
5. The Wuhan Summit between India and China, held in 2018, focused on:
- a) Enhancing bilateral relations and addressing strategic concerns
- b) Resolving the Kashmir issue
- c) Joint space exploration missions
- d) Setting up a free trade agreement
Answer: a) Enhancing bilateral relations and addressing strategic concerns
6. The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) is significant in the context of Indo-China relations because:
- a) It is responsible for constructing and maintaining roads along the India-China border
- b) It manages diplomatic relations with China
- c) It oversees trade agreements with China
- d) It handles maritime security in the Indian Ocean
Answer: a) It is responsible for constructing and maintaining roads along the India-China border
7. The Galwan Valley conflict in 2020 was notable for:
- a) A violent clash between Indian and Chinese troops resulting in casualties
- b) A diplomatic agreement on border demarcation
- c) A trade dispute over tariffs
- d) A joint military exercise
Answer: a) A violent clash between Indian and Chinese troops resulting in casualties
8. India’s Look East Policy primarily aims to:
- a) Strengthen economic and strategic ties with East and Southeast Asia
- b) Enhance cooperation with Western countries
- c) Focus on the Indian Ocean region
- d) Develop ties with Central Asia
Answer: a) Strengthen economic and strategic ties with East and Southeast Asia
9. China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is aimed at:
- a) Building infrastructure and enhancing connectivity across Asia, Europe, and Africa
- b) Establishing military bases globally
- c) Reducing trade barriers with North America
- d) Promoting cultural exchanges with Europe
Answer: a) Building infrastructure and enhancing connectivity across Asia, Europe, and Africa
10. The 1993 Agreement on the Maintenance of Peace and Tranquility along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) was signed to:
- a) Prevent conflict and promote peaceful border management between India and China
- b) Settle trade disputes
- c) Establish a free trade zone
- d) Enhance military cooperation
Answer: a) Prevent conflict and promote peaceful border management between India and China
11. The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) includes:
- a) China and India as members focusing on regional security and economic cooperation
- b) A focus on the Arctic region
- c) A platform for space technology development
- d) An alliance for maritime security
Answer: a) China and India as members focusing on regional security and economic cooperation
12. India’s strategic response to the construction of Chinese infrastructure near the border includes:
- a) Increasing its own border infrastructure and military presence
- b) Reducing military expenditure
- c) Enhancing trade relations with China
- d) Focusing on cultural diplomacy
Answer: a) Increasing its own border infrastructure and military presence
13. The LAC differs from the International Boundary in that:
- a) The LAC is the de facto border, while the International Boundary is the legally recognized border
- b) The LAC is a trade agreement, while the International Boundary is a military agreement
- c) The LAC is a historical trade route, while the International Boundary is a diplomatic agreement
- d) The LAC is managed by the United Nations, while the International Boundary is managed bilaterally
Answer: a) The LAC is the de facto border, while the International Boundary is the legally recognized border
14. The China-India Strategic Economic Dialogue (SED) focuses on:
- a) Enhancing economic cooperation and addressing economic issues between the two countries
- b) Establishing a military alliance
- c) Managing environmental concerns
- d) Promoting cultural exchange
Answer: a) Enhancing economic cooperation and addressing economic issues between the two countries
15. The term “String of Pearls” refers to:
- a) China’s strategy of developing naval bases and economic hubs around the Indian Ocean
- b) India’s approach to border management
- c) A trade agreement between China and Southeast Asia
- d) An environmental initiative in the Indian Ocean
Answer: a) China’s strategy of developing naval bases and economic hubs around the Indian Ocean
16. The China-India trade relationship is characterized by:
- a) Significant trade volume with India importing more from China than it exports
- b) A balanced trade surplus for India
- c) Equal trade volume in both imports and exports
- d) No significant trade relationship
Answer: a) Significant trade volume with India importing more from China than it exports
17. The BRICS grouping includes:
- a) Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa
- b) China, India, Japan, South Korea, and Australia
- c) Brazil, India, Mexico, Argentina, and Chile
- d) Russia, China, Japan, North Korea, and Vietnam
Answer: a) Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa
18. The 2017 Doklam standoff was resolved through:
- a) Diplomatic negotiations between India, China, and Bhutan
- b) Military intervention by the United Nations
- c) Trade sanctions imposed on China
- d) An economic agreement between India and Bhutan
Answer: a) Diplomatic negotiations between India, China, and Bhutan
19. The primary objective of the India-China Economic and Trade Cooperation Group is to:
- a) Promote bilateral trade and economic cooperation
- b) Establish military alliances
- c) Manage environmental conservation efforts
- d) Regulate international air traffic
Answer: a) Promote bilateral trade and economic cooperation
20. The 2005 Agreement on Political Parameters and Guiding Principles between India and China was intended to:
- a) Provide a framework for resolving border issues
- b) Establish a free trade zone
- c) Enhance cultural exchanges
- d) Promote joint military exercises
Answer: a) Provide a framework for resolving border issues
21. **India’s participation in the Quad Grouping involves:
- a) Collaboration with the United States, Japan, and Australia on regional security and maritime issues
- b) Partnership with Brazil, Russia, India, and China
- c) Coordination with Russia, China, and Pakistan
- d) Cooperation with ASEAN countries on trade
Answer: a) Collaboration with the United States, Japan, and Australia on regional security and maritime issues
22. China’s growing influence in the South China Sea poses challenges to India because:
- a) It impacts maritime security and freedom of navigation in the Indo-Pacific region
- b) It affects India’s trade relations with Europe
- c) It has no impact on India’s maritime interests
- d) It leads to increased economic cooperation with India
Answer: a) It impacts maritime security and freedom of navigation in the Indo-Pacific region
23. The role of the China-India Strategic Dialogue is to:
- a) Address and manage strategic issues and bilateral relations
- b) Focus on space exploration missions
- c) Regulate trade tariffs and economic policies
- d) Oversee environmental conservation efforts
Answer: a) Address and manage strategic issues and bilateral relations
24. India’s stance on China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has been:
- a) Critical due to concerns over sovereignty and debt dependency
- b) Supportive of increased infrastructure development
- c) Neutral with no formal stance
- d) Collaborative in setting up joint projects
Answer: a) Critical due to concerns over sovereignty and debt dependency
25. The primary concern for India regarding China’s military modernization is:
- a) The potential shift in regional power dynamics and security balance
- b) The impact on economic trade routes
- c) Cultural influence in South Asia
- d) Space technology advancements
Answer: a) The potential shift in regional power dynamics and security balance
26. The 2019 informal summit between India and China in Mamallapuram was aimed at:
- a) Improving bilateral relations and addressing strategic concerns
- b) Negotiating a free trade agreement
- c) Discussing space exploration collaborations
- d) Overseeing joint military exercises
Answer: a) Improving bilateral relations and addressing strategic concerns
27. India’s approach to the South China Sea disputes is characterized by:
- a) Supporting freedom of navigation and adherence to international laws
- b) Aligning with China’s claims
- c) Ignoring the disputes
- d) Focusing solely on regional trade agreements
Answer: a) Supporting freedom of navigation and adherence to international laws
28. The 2012 Agreement on Border Defense Cooperation between India and China was designed to:
- a) Enhance mechanisms for preventing border incidents and managing conflicts
- b) Establish a trade pact
- c) Create a joint space research program
- d) Promote environmental conservation
Answer: a) Enhance mechanisms for preventing border incidents and managing conflicts
29. The China-India Strategic and Economic Dialogue includes discussions on:
- a) Economic cooperation, trade, investment, and strategic issues
- b) Space technology and joint military exercises
- c) Cultural heritage and tourism
- d) Environmental policies and climate change
Answer: a) Economic cooperation, trade, investment, and strategic issues
30. **India’s involvement in the Indo-Pacific region is influenced by:
- a) Enhancing regional security and economic cooperation in response to China’s influence
- b) Focusing on Central Asian trade routes
- c) Developing Arctic exploration capabilities
- d) Strengthening ties with Western countries only
Answer: a) Enhancing regional security and economic cooperation in response to China’s influence
These MCQs cover various aspects of Indo-China relations, including strategic issues, economic ties, border disputes, and regional influence.
