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India's foreign policy, bilateral agreements, international organisations and summits. Who, where and when: the facts that show up in exams.
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India and Mexico have officially launched negotiations for a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) by signing the Terms of Reference. This agreement aims to expand bilateral trade, boost investment flows, and create resilient supply chains, covering sectors like automotive, pharmaceuticals, and critical minerals.
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Which ministry is the nodal body for India's negotiations on the Preferential Trade Agreement with Mexico?
Explanation: The Ministry of Commerce & Industry is responsible for formulating and implementing India's foreign trade policy and conducting trade negotiations, as indicated in the article's source and ministry mention.
What is the total strength of the Israeli Parliament, the Knesset, as mentioned in the news?
Explanation: The article explicitly states that the Knesset has 120 seats, with the majority threshold being 61 seats. This is a fundamental static GK fact about Israel's polity.
The proposed U.S.-ASEAN defence framework was discussed at a meeting of which regional organisation?
Explanation: The article explicitly states the proposal was made at the Association of Southeast Asian Nations' Defense Ministers' Meeting (ADMM) in Cebu, Philippines. ASEAN is the correct regional organisation in this context.
The Independent International Commission of Inquiry, which reported on the Gaza conflict, was established by which United Nations body?
Explanation: The article states that the Commission was set up by the United Nations Human Rights Council in May 2021 through a UNHRC resolution. The UNSC deals with peace and security, the UNGA is the main deliberative body, and the ICJ is the principal judicial organ.
Which ministry is the nodal body for negotiating the India-Mexico Preferential Trade Agreement?
Explanation: The Department of Commerce under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry is the nodal agency for formulating and implementing India's foreign trade policy and negotiating trade agreements. Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal represented India at the signing.
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is an inter-governmental body primarily concerned with combating what?
Explanation: FATF, established in 1989, sets international standards to combat money laundering and the financing of terrorism. Its recommendations are the global benchmark for anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-financing of terrorism (CFT) measures.
Which Indian ministry is monitoring the agreements signed between Maldives and Pakistan, as per the news article?
Explanation: The article states that the spokesperson for India's Ministry of External Affairs, Randhir Jaiswal, commented that India is closely watching the agreements. The Ministry of External Affairs handles India's foreign relations and diplomatic engagements.
Which of the following is NOT a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (P5)?
Explanation: The five permanent members (P5) of the UN Security Council are the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Russia, and China. Germany is a non-permanent member and part of the G4 group seeking permanent membership.
The Siang Upper Multipurpose Project is proposed on which major river system in India?
Explanation: The Siang river is the name given to the Brahmaputra as it flows through Arunachal Pradesh. The project is part of the Brahmaputra river basin development plans, which have strategic importance due to China's upstream activities on the same river (Yarlung Tsangpo).
Which ministry is the nodal body for India's shipbuilding and maritime development policies as mentioned in the news?
Explanation: The article explicitly mentions the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), Sarbananda Sonowal, leading the discussions. This ministry is responsible for policies related to ports, shipping, and inland waterways transport.
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