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world_organizations hard True/False International Seabed Authority UPSC, SSC

The ISA's 'common heritage of mankind' principle mandates that benefits from deep-sea mining in the Area be shared equitably, with particular consideration for developing and landlocked states.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations hard Fill in the Blank European Union UPSC, Banking, SSC

The EU's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), effective from 2018, establishes a comprehensive framework for data privacy, granting individuals rights over their personal data and imposing strict obligations on organizations, with fines up to _____ of global annual turnover for violations.

  1. 2%
  2. 4%
  3. 6%
  4. 10%
world_organizations hard MCQ International Criminal Court UPSC, SSC

Which principle allows the ICC to prosecute individuals for core international crimes even if national courts are unwilling or unable to genuinely carry out investigations or prosecutions?

  1. Universal jurisdiction
  2. Complementarity
  3. Territoriality
  4. Nationality principle
world_organizations hard Fill in the Blank International Court of Justice UPSC, SSC

The ICJ may indicate _____ measures to preserve the rights of parties pending its final decision in a case, if it considers circumstances so require.

  1. interim
  2. permanent
  3. compensatory
  4. punitive
world_organizations hard MCQ World Trade Organization UPSC, Banking, SSC

Which WTO agreement specifically addresses technical barriers to trade, such as product standards, testing, and certification procedures, to ensure they do not create unnecessary obstacles to international trade?

  1. Agreement on Agriculture
  2. Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS)
  3. Agreement on Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT)
  4. General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS)
world_organizations hard True/False International Monetary Fund Banking, UPSC, SSC

The IMF's Resilience and Sustainability Trust (RST), established in 2022, provides affordable long-term financing to help low-income and vulnerable middle-income countries address structural challenges like climate change and pandemic preparedness.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations hard MCQ International Atomic Energy Agency UPSC, SSC

Which IAEA safeguard agreement type is considered the current standard, providing the Agency with broader access to information and sites to verify the peaceful use of nuclear energy?

  1. Comprehensive Safeguards Agreement (CSA)
  2. Voluntary Offer Agreement
  3. Additional Protocol (AP)
  4. Small Quantities Protocol
world_organizations hard MCQ International Labour Organization UPSC, SSC

Which ILO instrument, adopted in 2019, is the first international treaty specifically addressing violence and harassment in the world of work?

  1. Convention No. 189
  2. Convention No. 190
  3. Recommendation No. 206
  4. Declaration on Fundamental Principles
world_organizations hard Fill in the Blank International Plant Protection Convention UPSC, SSC

The IPPC's Horizon Scanning initiative identifies emerging plant pest risks by analyzing global trade patterns, climate change impacts, and scientific literature to enable proactive _____ measures.

  1. reactive
  2. preventive
  3. punitive
  4. compensatory
world_organizations hard True/False International Hydrographic Organization UPSC, SSC

IHO's Capacity Building and Development Committee (CBDC) assists developing coastal states in building hydrographic capabilities through training, equipment support, and knowledge transfer to improve maritime safety and ocean management.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations hard MCQ International Organization of Securities Commissions Banking, UPSC, SSC

Which IOSCO principle emphasizes that regulators should have comprehensive inspection, investigation, and surveillance powers to enforce securities laws effectively?

  1. Principle of Transparency
  2. Principle of Regulatory Powers
  3. Principle of Market Efficiency
  4. Principle of Investor Education
world_organizations hard Fill in the Blank International Energy Agency UPSC, Banking, SSC

The IEA's Critical Minerals Market Review analyzes supply chains for minerals essential for clean energy technologies, such as lithium, cobalt, and rare earths, highlighting risks related to geographic concentration and _____ security.

  1. food
  2. energy
  3. cyber
  4. border
world_organizations hard True/False International Maritime Organization UPSC, SSC

IMO's Initial Strategy on reduction of GHG emissions from ships aims to reduce total annual GHG emissions by at least 50% by 2050 compared to 2008, with a vision to phase them out entirely.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations hard Fill in the Blank United Nations Industrial Development Organization UPSC, SSC

UNIDO's Programme for Country Partnership (PCP) is a multi-stakeholder approach that aligns UNIDO's expertise with national industrial policies, donor resources, and private sector investment to accelerate inclusive and sustainable industrial development in _____ countries.

  1. developed
  2. developing
  3. landlocked
  4. island
world_organizations hard True/False International Plant Protection Convention UPSC, SSC

The IPPC's ePhyto Solution is a global system for the exchange of electronic phytosanitary certificates, reducing paper use, speeding up trade, and enhancing certificate authenticity and traceability.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations hard MCQ International Organization of Securities Commissions Banking, UPSC, SSC

Which IOSCO initiative addresses risks and investor protection issues related to crypto-asset trading platforms and service providers?

  1. Digital Assets Task Force
  2. Crypto-Assets Task Force (CATF)
  3. Fintech Working Group
  4. Blockchain Standards Committee
world_organizations hard MCQ International Hydrographic Organization UPSC, SSC

Which IHO initiative aims to ensure that by 2030, the entire seabed of the world's oceans is mapped to modern standards to support sustainable ocean management?

  1. Seabed 2030
  2. Ocean Mapping Initiative
  3. Blue Economy Charting
  4. Global Hydrography Project
world_organizations hard Fill in the Blank World Customs Organization UPSC, SSC, Banking

The WCO's Columbus Programme supports customs modernization in developing countries through capacity building, technical assistance, and the implementation of the _____ Framework of Standards to secure and facilitate global trade.

  1. Kyoto
  2. SAFE
  3. Istanbul
  4. Nairobi
world_organizations hard MCQ Financial Action Task Force Banking, UPSC, SSC

Which FATF initiative identifies jurisdictions with strategic deficiencies in their anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing regimes, subjecting them to increased monitoring?

  1. Blacklist
  2. Grey List
  3. White List
  4. Red List
world_organizations hard Fill in the Blank International Seabed Authority UPSC, SSC

ISA is developing a mining code to regulate prospecting, exploration, and eventual exploitation of mineral resources in the Area, including polymetallic nodules, polymetallic sulphides, and _____ crusts.

  1. manganese
  2. cobalt-rich ferromanganese
  3. copper
  4. nickel