Netanyahu plans ‘broad national govt.’ after Israel vote

Consider the following statements:
Statement-I :Israel has established diplomatic relations with some Arab States.
Statement-II :The 'Arab Peace Initiative' Mediated by Saudi Arabia was signed by Israel and Arab League.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

1. A. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement- II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
2. B. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement- II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
3. C. Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
4. D. Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

The term "two-state solution" is sometimes mentioned in the news in the context of the affairs of -

1. A. China
2. B. Israel
3. C. Iraq
4. D. Yemen

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 ?

1. A. 1 and 2 only
2. B. 2 and 3 only
3. C. 1 and 3 only
4. D. 1, 2 and 3

The area known as ‘Golan Heights’ sometimes appears in the news in the context of the events related to:

1. A. Central Asia
2. B. Middle East
3. C. South-East Asia
4. D. Central Africa

Consider the following pairs:

Country - Important reason for being in the news recently

1. Chad – Setting up of permanent military base by China.
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 correctly matched?

1. A. Only one pair
2. B. Only two pairs
3. C. Only three pairs
4. D. All four pairs

The Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany visited India in January, 2026. Which of the following is/are **not** correct in terms of outcomes of this visit ?

1. Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the All India Institute of Ayurveda and the University of Hamburg
2. Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on Youth Hockey Development between Hockey India and the German Hockey Federation
3. Establishment of a bilateral dialogue mechanism on the Indo-Pacific
4. Opening of an Honorary Consul of Germany in Lucknow

Select the answer using the code given below :

1. A. 2 and 3
2. B. 1 and 4
3. C. 3 and 4
4. D. 1 only

Consider the following statements regarding the India-Africa Forum Summit (IAFS):
1. The summit held in 2015 marked the third edition of the IAFS.
2. The IAFS mechanism was instituted under the leadership of Jawaharlal Nehru in 1951.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. A. 1 only
2. B. 2 only
3. C. Both 1 and 2
4. D. Neither 1 nor 2

Which of the following is not a member of ‘Gulf Cooperation Council’?

1. A. Iran
2. B. Saudi Arabia
3. C. Oman
4. D. Kuwait

In the Mekong-Ganga Cooperation, an initiative of six countries, which of the following is/are not participant/ participants?
1. Bangladesh
2. Cambodia
3. China
4. Myanmar
5. Thailand

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

1. A. 1 only
2. B. 2, 3 and 4
3. C. 1 and 3 only
4. D. 1, 2 and 5 only

India is one of the founding members of the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC), a multimodal transportation corridor, which will connect

1. A. India to Central Asia to Europe via Iran
2. B. India to Central Asia via China
3. C. India to South-East Asia through Bangladesh and Myanmar
4. D. India to Europe through Azerbaijan

"The reform process in the United Nations remains unresolved, because of the delicate imbalance of East and West and entanglement of the USA vs. Russo-Chinese alliance." Examine and critically evaluate the East-West policy confrontations in this regard.

"Energy security constitutes the dominant kingpin of India's foreign policy, and is linked with India's overarching influence in Middle Eastern countries." How would you integrate energy security with India's foreign policy trajectories in the coming years?

The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights has to address the challenges faced by children in the digital era. Examine the existing policies and suggest measures the Commission can initiate to tackle the issue.

"In contemporary development models, decision-making and problem-solving responsibilities are not located close to the source of information and execution defeating the objectives of development." Critically evaluate.

Examine the evolving pattern of Centre-State financial relations in the context of planned development in India. How far have the recent reforms impacted the fiscal federalism in India?

Indian Constitution has conferred the amending power on the ordinary legislative institutions with a few procedural hurdles. In view of this statement, examine the procedural and substantive limitations on the amending power of the Parliament to change the Constitution.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu recently announced his intention to form a specific type of government after the upcoming elections. What kind of government did he state he aims to establish?

1. A. A far-right coalition dependent on religious parties.
2. B. A broad national government, distancing from ideological dependencies.
3. C. A left-wing alliance with support from Arab parties.
4. D. A caretaker government until a stable majority emerges.

Regarding the US-brokered agreement with Lebanon, how did Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu characterize it?

1. A. A grave blunder that undermined regional stability.
2. B. A historic achievement that dealt a blow to Iran and Hezbollah.
3. C. A temporary ceasefire agreement with limited long-term impact.
4. D. A preliminary step towards a comprehensive peace treaty with all Arab nations.

According to the article, what is Israel's stated primary justification for maintaining a security zone within Lebanese territory?

1. A. To facilitate economic development projects in the border region.
2. B. To ensure the disarmament of Hezbollah and other terror groups.
3. C. To establish a new internationally recognized border demarcation.
4. D. To provide humanitarian aid to Lebanese citizens in the zone.

Analyze the geopolitical implications of the US-brokered agreement between Israel and Lebanon, particularly in the context of Israel's declared intention to maintain a security zone within Lebanese territory. Discuss how such arrangements impact regional stability and the sovereignty of nations involved.

Introduce the agreement and Israel's security zone, analyze its implications for Israel, Lebanon, Iran, and Hezbollah, discuss the concept of sovereignty and regional stability, and conclude with potential future scenarios.

Examine how domestic political pressures, such as public opinion and electoral strategies, can influence a nation's foreign policy decisions, with specific reference to the recent political shifts and foreign policy pronouncements by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Define the link between domestic politics and foreign policy, illustrate with Netanyahu's case (poor polling, broad national government pitch, Lebanon deal), and conclude on the significance of this interplay.