U.S. readies new tariffs as Trump's 10% global levy to expire

Which of the following countries are members of the European Union ?

1. Belarus
2. Poland
3. Germany
4. Switzerland

Select the answer using the code given below :

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

Consider the following countries :
1. Australia
2. Canada
3. China
4. India
5. Japan
6. USA

Which of the above are among the 'free-trade partners' of ASEAN?

1. A. 1, 2, 4 and 5
2. B. 3, 4, 5 and 6
3. C. 1, 3, 4 and 5
4. D. 2, 3, 4 and 6

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

‘Belt and Road Initiative’ is sometimes mentioned in the news in the context of the affairs of -

1. A. African Union
2. B. Brazil
3. C. European Union
4. D. China

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

In the Indian context, what is the implication of ratifying the 'Additional Protocol' with the `International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)'?

1. A. The civilian nuclear reactors come under IAEA safeguards.
2. B. The military nuclear installations come under the inspection of IAEA.
3. C. The country will have the privilege to buy uranium from the Nuclear Suppliers Group NSG.
4. D. The country automatically becomes a member of the NSG.

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

Does tribal development in India centre around two axes, those of displacement and of rehabilitation? Give your opinion.

Achieving sustainable growth with emphasis on environmental protection could come into conflict with poor people’s needs in a country like India – Comment.

How do you account for the growing fast food industries given that there are increased health concerns in modern society? Illustrate your answer with the Indian experience.

Mahatma Jotirao Phule’s writings and efforts of social reforms touched issues of almost all subaltern classes. Discuss.

Do you think that globalization results in only an aggressive consumer culture? Justify your answer.

The ethos of civil service in India stand for the combination of professionalism with nationalistic consciousness – Elucidate.

The article details various new tariffs imposed by the U.S. government. Which of the following statements correctly distinguishes between the primary reasons for these tariffs?

1. A. The 10-12.5% tariffs are primarily aimed at encouraging onshoring of pharmaceutical production, while the 50% tariff on Canadian goods is due to alleged unfair trade practices.
2. B. Tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% are imposed on countries for alleged failures to address forced labor, whereas the 25% tariff on Brazilian goods is due to unfair trade practices.
3. C. The 100-200% tariff on generic drugs is a retaliatory measure against countries imposing high duties on U.S. exports, and the 50% tariff on Canadian goods is for environmental concerns.
4. D. All new tariffs, including those on Brazil and Canada, are primarily a replacement for the expiring 10% global duty, with forced labor being the overarching reason.

The article mentions a specific legal provision used by the U.S. to gain leverage in trade negotiations, particularly with Canada regarding the USMCA. This provision is:

1. A. Section 201 of the Trade Act of 1974
2. B. Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974
3. C. Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930
4. D. Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962

Regarding the U.S. tariffs on imported generic drugs, which of the following statements is correct?

1. A. A 100% tariff will be immediately imposed from August 2026, rising to 200% in 2029, with no exemptions.
2. B. The U.S. leader announced a temporary zero-tariff window from August 2026, with tariffs of 100% and 200% to take effect in August 2028 and 2029 respectively.
3. C. The tariffs on generic drugs are primarily aimed at retaliating against countries that have imposed high duties on U.S. agricultural products.
4. D. The zero-tariff window is a permanent measure to ensure affordable access to generic drugs for U.S. consumers.