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Question 1
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Directions: In the following questions, a statement of Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of Reason (R). Mark the correct choice as:
Assertion: The EU has started to act more as a dictator state.
Reason: It also has some form of a common foreign and security policy in its dealings with other nations.

A
A. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

B
B. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

C
C. (A) is true, but (R) is false.

D
D. (A) is false, but (R) is true.

Solution

European Union is an international organization consisting of European countries, which was formed in 1993. It came into force after the signing of the Maastricht Treaty by 28 countries. The Maastricht Treaty is also known as the Treaty of the European Union (TEU). It never acts as a dictator, rather it facilitates and promotes peace and the well-being of EU citizens.
Question 2
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Directions: In the following questions, a statement of Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of Reason (R). Mark the correct choice as:
Assertion: AESAN was developed to pose a military and economic threat to EU.
Reason: The objectives of ASEAN were primarily to accelerate economic growth and through that ‘economic and cultural development ’.

A
Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

B
Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

C
(A) is false, but (R) is true

D
.(A) is true, but (R) is false.

Solution

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) was founded to promote peace and stability in the region, accelerate economic growth, and foster social progress and cultural development among its members, not to pose a military and economic threat to the European Union (EU). So, the Assertion (A) is false.

The Reason (R) is true. The objectives of ASEAN were indeed to accelerate economic growth and through that 'economic and cultural development '. Therefore, (R) is true.
Question 3
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Directions: In the following questions, a statement of Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of Reason (R). Mark the correct choice as:
Assertion: ASEAN’s economy is larger than that of the EU and the US.
Reason: ASEAN was and still remains principally an economic association.

A
A. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

B
B. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

C
C. (A) is true, but (R) is false.

D
D. (A) is false, but (R) is true.

Solution

The ASEAN region as a whole is a much smaller economy compared to the US, the EU, and Japan, its economy is growing much faster than all these.
Question 4
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Directions: In the following questions, a statement of Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of Reason (R). Mark the correct choice as:
Assertion: The conflict of 1962, in which India suffered military reverses, had long-term implications for India–China relations.
Reason: After India regained its independence from Britain, and China expelled the foreign powers, there was hope that both would come together to shape the future of the developing world and of Asia particularly.

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A. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

B
B. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

C
C. (A) is true, but (R) is false.

D
D. (A) is false, but (R) is true.

Solution

There was an expectation from both sides that India – China relations would improve, and it worked for some time. But, soon China’s ambitions grew and her eyes were on the areas of Ladakh. As a result, both countries entered into direct war in 1962. Since then, there has been no remarkable improvement in their relations.
Question 5
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Directions: In the following questions, a statement of Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of Reason (R). Mark the correct choice as:
Assertion: OEEC became a forum where the western European states began to cooperate on trade and economic issues.
Reason: The US also created a new collective security structure under NATO.

A
A. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

B
B. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

C
C. (A) is true, but (R) is false.

D
D. (A) is false, but (R) is true.

Solution

The OEEC negotiated a multilateral agreement on intra-European payments. That was followed, in 1949, by a trade liberalization scheme. While NATO’s essential and enduring purpose is to safeguard the freedom and security of all its members by political and military means.
Question 6
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Directions: In the following questions, a statement of Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of Reason (R). Mark the correct choice as:
Assertion: With some of the fastest growing economies in the world, ASEAN broadened its objectives beyond the economic and social spheres.
Reason: In 2003, ASEAN moved along the path of the EU by agreeing to establish an ASEAN Community comprising three pillars, namely, the ASEAN Security Community, the ASEAN Economic Community and the ASEAN SocioCultural Community.

A
A. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

B
B. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

C
C. (A) is true, but (R) is false.

D
D. (A) is false, but (R) is true.

Solution

The ASEAN Declaration states that the aims and purposes of the Association are: (i) to accelerate economic growth, social progress and cultural development in the region and (ii) to promote regional peace and stability through abiding respect for justice and the rule of law in the relationship among countries.
Question 7
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Directions: In the following questions, a statement of Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of Reason (R). Mark the correct choice as:
Assertion: The ASEAN security community was based on the conviction that outstanding territorial disputes should not escalate into armed confrontation.
Reason: By 2003, ASEAN had several agreements in place by which member states promised to uphold peace, neutrality, cooperation, non-interference, and respect for national differences and sovereign rights.

A
A. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

B
B. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

C
C. (A) is true, but (R) is false.

D
D. (A) is false, but (R) is true.

Solution

In 2003, ASEAN moved along the path of the EU by agreeing to establish an ASEAN Community comprising three pillars, namely, the ASEAN Security Community, the ASEAN Economic Community and the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community.
Question 8
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Directions: In the following questions, a statement of Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of Reason (R). Mark the correct choice as:
Assertion: China had considerable influence and control on the periphery of its borders based on its unique tributary system.
Reason: At different times in China’s long history of dynastic rule, Mongolia, Korea, parts of Indo- China, and Tibet accepted China’s authority.

A
A. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

B
B. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

C
C. (A) is true, but (R) is false.

D
D. (A) is false, but (R) is true.

Solution

China often claims that the countries on its vicinity belong to them. The reason behind this claim is the history of China’s dynastic rule over the parts of these areas.
Question 9
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Directions: In the following questions, a statement of Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of Reason (R). Mark the correct choice as:
Assertion: China’s policy became more friendly and ideological towards India after 1962.
Reason: Since 1962, India and China’s relations deteriorated beyond expectations.

A
A. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

B
B. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

C
C. (A) is true, but (R) is false.

D
D. (A) is false, but (R) is true.

Solution

Ever since the 1962 war, China never initiated any concrete steps to improve its relations with India. Both the countries entered into tensions regarding the issue over their borders. China keeps on claiming the territories of Ladakh.
Question 10
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European Union is a major alternate political and economic power centre in the unipolar world led by US. Consider the following statements about the origin of EU. Which of the following is/are not correct?
(i) European integration after 1947 was aided by the Cold War.
(ii) Under the Marshall Plan, the Organisation for European Economic Cooperation (OEEC) was established in 1948 to channel aid to the east European states.
(iii) The Council of Europe was established in 1948, which was another step forward in political cooperation.
(iv) All of the above

A
A. (i) only

B
B. (ii) and (iii) only

C
C. (i) and (iii) only

D
D. All of the above

Solution

The following attempts led to the formation of European Union
1. The Council of Europe was established in 1949 for political cooperation.
2. The process of economic integration of European Capitalist countries led to the formation of the European Economic Community in 1957.
3. The above mentioned processes acquired a political dimension with the creation of the European Parliament.
4. The collapse of the Soviet bloc put Europe on a fast track and resulted in the establishment of the European Union in 1992.

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Question 1

A. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

B. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

C. (A) is true, but (R) is false.

D. (A) is false, but (R) is true.

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Question 2

Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

(A) is false, but (R) is true

.(A) is true, but (R) is false.

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Question 3

A. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

B. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

C. (A) is true, but (R) is false.

D. (A) is false, but (R) is true.

Solution

Question 4

A. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

B. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

C. (A) is true, but (R) is false.

D. (A) is false, but (R) is true.

Solution

Question 5

A. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

B. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

C. (A) is true, but (R) is false.

D. (A) is false, but (R) is true.

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Question 6

A. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

B. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

C. (A) is true, but (R) is false.

D. (A) is false, but (R) is true.

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Question 7

A. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

B. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

C. (A) is true, but (R) is false.

D. (A) is false, but (R) is true.

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Question 8

A. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

B. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

C. (A) is true, but (R) is false.

D. (A) is false, but (R) is true.

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Question 9

A. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

B. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

C. (A) is true, but (R) is false.

D. (A) is false, but (R) is true.

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Question 10

A. (i) only

B. (ii) and (iii) only

C. (i) and (iii) only

D. All of the above

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