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Prelims 2015 · International Relations and Organisations · Question 57

India is a member of which among the following?

  1. Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation
  2. Association of South-East Asian Nations
  3. East Asia Summit

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

  1. 1 and 2 only
  2. 3 only
  3. 1, 2 and 3
  4. India is a member of none of them

Answer

3 only

1. Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC): India is not a member of APEC; it has only sought membership. Verdict: Incorrect.

2. Association of South-East Asian Nations (ASEAN): India is not a member of ASEAN; it is a dialogue partner, not a member state. Verdict: Incorrect.

3. East Asia Summit (EAS): India is a member of the East Asia Summit since its inception in 2005. Verdict: Correct.

Hence, only 3 is correct ⇒ (b).

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