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UPSC CSE Prelims 2022 — International Relations Questions with Answers

All 10 International Relations previous-year questions from UPSC CSE Prelims 2022, each with the correct answer and a full explanation. Practise them as a free, timed mock test with instant scoring.

1. Q1.International Relations

   Consider the following: 1. Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank 2. Missile Technology Control Regime 3. Shanghai Cooperation Organisation India is a member of which of the above?

   • a)1 and 2 only
   • b)3 only
   • c)2 and 3 only
   • d)1, 2 and 3
2. Q2.International Relations

   Consider the following statements: 1. Vietnam has been one of the fastest growing economies in the world in the recent years. 2. Vietnam is led by a multi-party political system. 3. Vietnam’s economic growth is linked to its integration with global supply chains and focus on exports. 4. For a long time Vietnam’s low labour costs and stable exchange rates have attracted global manufacturers. 5. Vietnam has the most productive e-service sector in the Indo-Pacific region. Which of the statements given above are correct?

   • a)2 and 4
   • b)3 and 5
   • c)1, 3 and 4
   • d)1 and 2
3. Q3.International Relations

   With reference to the “United Nations Credentials Committee”, consider the following statements: 1. It is a committee set up by the UN Security Council and works under its supervision. 2. It traditionally meets in March, June and September every year. 3. It assesses the credentials of all UN members before submitting a report to the General Assembly for approval. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

   • a)3 only
   • b)1 and 3
   • c)2 and 3
   • d)1 and 2
4. Q4.International Relations

   With reference to the United Nations General Assembly, consider the following statements: 1. The UN General Assembly can grant observer status to the non-member States. 2. Inter-governmental organisations can seek observer status in the UN General Assembly. 3. Permanent Observers in the UN General Assembly can maintain missions at the UN headquarters. Which of the statements given above are correct ?

   • a)1 and 2 only
   • b)2 and 3 only
   • c)1 and 3 only
   • d)1, 2 and 3
5. Q5.International Relations

   Consider the following statements: 1. Bidibidi is a large refugee settlement in north-western Kenya. 2. Some people who fled from South Sudan civil war live in Bidibidi. 3. Some people who fled from civil war in Somalia live in Dadaab refugee complex in Kenya. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

   • a)1 and 2
   • b)2 only
   • c)2 and 3
   • d)3 only
6. Q6.International Relations

   Consider the following countries 1. Armenia 2. Azerbaijan 3. Croatia 4. Romania 5. Uzbekistan Which of the above are members of the Organization of Turkic States?

   • a)1, 2 and 4
   • b)1 and 3
   • c)2 and 5
   • d)3, 4 and 5
7. Q7.International Relations

   With reference to the United Nations Convention on the Law of Sea, consider the following statements: 1. A coastal state has the right to establish the breadth of its territorial sea up to a limit not exceeding 12 nautical miles, measured from baseline determined in accordance with the convention. 2. Ships of all states, whether coastal or land-locked, enjoy the right of innocent passage through the territorial sea. 3. The Exclusive Economic Zone shall not extend beyond 200 nautical miles from the baseline from which the breadth of the territorial sea in measure. Which of the statements given above are correct?

   • a)1 and 2 only
   • b)2 and 3 only
   • c)1 and 3 only
   • d)1, 2 and 3
8. Q8.International Relations

   Which one of the following statements best reflects the issue which Senkaku Islands, sometimes mentioned in the news?

   • a)It is generally believed that they are artificial islands made by a country around South China Sea.
   • b)China and Japan engage in maritime disputes over these islands in East China Sea
   • c)A permanent American military base has been set up there to help Taiwan to increase its defence capabilities.
   • d)Through International Courts of Justice declared them as no man’s land, some South-East Asian countries claim them.
9. Q9.International Relations

   Consider the following pairs Country Important reason for being in the news recently 1. Chad Setting up of permanent military base by Chine 2. Guinea Suspension of Constitution and Government by military 3. Lebanon Severe and prolonged economic depression 4. Tunisia Suspension of Parliament by President How many pairs given above are correcly matched?

   • a)Only one pair
   • b)Only two pairs
   • c)Only three pairs
   • d)All four Pairs
10. Q10.International Relations

    Consider the following pairs: Region often mentioned, in the news Country 1. Anatolia - Turkey 2. Amhara - Ethiopia 3. Cabo Delgado - Spain 4. Catalonia - Italy How many pairs given above are correctly matched?

    • a)Only one pair
    • b)Only two pairs
    • c)Only three pairs
    • d)All four pairs