INTERNATIONAL Flashcards
Who is often referred to as the “Father of the Nation” in
Bangladesh and was the leader of the Awami League
during the struggle for independence?
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
In which year did Bangladesh become an independent
country after a war of independence against Pakistan?
December 16,1971
What is the name of the border that demarcates
Bangladesh from several Indian states?
Radcliffe Line (fifth-longest land border in the
world.)
Who led the ground forces campaign in the Eastern theatre during the Bangladesh Liberation War, resulting in the
surrender of Pakistani forces in Dhaka?
Lt. General Jagjit Singh Aurora
What percentage of government job quotas was restored
for freedom fighters and their progeny, triggering
widespread protests?
30%
Who is often referred
to as “Bangabandhu” (Friend of Bengal)
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Bangladesh first President
and later its Prime Minister
Name the guerrilla resistance
movement consisting of the Bangladesh military, paramilitary, and civilians.
Mukti Bahini, also known as the Bangladesh Liberation Army
Mukti Bahini was formed in which year
1971
Which countries are part of the Quad that discussed
regional security and stability at their recent meeting?
Australia, India, Japan, United States
name the manifesto for autonomy,
which eventually became the foundation for Bangladesh’s struggle
for independence.
Six-Point Movement in 1966
Who first proposed the idea of the Quad in 2007?
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe conceived in 2007
In which year was the ASEAN Economic Community
(AEC) launched?
2015
What was established in 1992 with the aim of increasing
ASEAN’s competitive edge as a production base in the
world market through the elimination of tariffs and nontariff barriers among its members?
ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA)
when was was ASEAN found and by which countries
The original members, who founded
ASEAN in 1967, are Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines,
Singapore, and Thailand
When did Vietnam join ASEAN
1995
When did QUAD revive
2017 during the ASEAN summit in Manila
The first-ever QUAD Leaders’ Summit was held virtually in _____ where
leaders discussed a broad agenda including COVID-19 vaccine distribution, climate change, and emerging
technologies.
March 2021
IPMDA collaborates with
he Pacific Islands Forum
Fisheries Agency and the Indian Ocean Commission
The Indo-Pacific Partnership for Maritime Domain Awareness (IPMDA) was announced in which year
May 2022 during the Quad Leaders’ Summit. The partnership
involves the United States, India, Japan, and Australia, collectively known as the Quad countries
Which region’s security is a focus of India and Vietnam’s
joint commitments on maritime security and freedom of
navigation?
South China Sea
Which Vietnamese cultural celebration is significant and
is also known as the Lunar New Year?
Tet
Which policy of India aligns with its support for the
ASEAN-India Comprehensive Strategic Partnership?
Act East Policy
Which unique animal, often dubbed the Asian unicorn, is
critically endangered and was only discovered in
Vietnam in 1992?
Saola was only discovered in 1992.
Which natural wonder in Vietnam is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a popular tourist destination?
Ha Long Bay and Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park,
Name of the joint alliance between vietnam and india
Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
Vietnam and India have set a target
to increase their bilateral trade from the current
$14.8 billion to _____ by 2030
$20 billion
India has
extended a USD ______ credit line to Vietnam,
which will be directed towards bolstering Vietnam’s
defence capabilities. This includes the development of
an Army Software Park in Nayachang, funded by an
Indian grant
300 million
In which year did Vietnam become independent
1975
Vietnam shares borders with
China, Laos, and Cambodia
India’s rank out of 147 countries and territories investing in Vietnam
25th
Which country serves as the Chair of the Crisis
Response Network (CRN) under the IPEF?
South Korea
How many member countries are part of the IndoPacific Economic Framework (IPEF)?
14 Australia, Brunei, Fiji, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, New
Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, and the United States
When was the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF)
officially launched?
2022
name the 4 pillars of of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF)
Fair and
Resilient Trade, Supply Chain Resilience, Clean Economy,
and Fair Economy
Which board under the Indo-Pacific Economic
Framework (IPEF) is focused on enhancing labour rights
and workforce development across the region?
Labor Rights Advisory Board (LRAB)
When and where was the IPEF launched and by whom
May 23, 2022, in Tokyo, Japan, by U.S. President Joe Biden and
representatives from various Indo-Pacific countries.
The newly appointed leaders will serve _____a year term, focusing on supply chain resilience, crisis response, and labor
rights within the IPEF framework
two
which country has been elected as the Vice-Chair of the Supply Chain Council under the Indo-Pacific Economic
Framework (IPEF)
India
which board under IPEF is A platform for
collective emergency response to supply chain
disruptions, facilitating timely and coordinated
action among the member states
Crisis Response Network (CRN)
which board under IPEF Focuses on action oriented initiatives to bolster the supply chains critical to national security, public health, and
economic well-being
Supply Chain Council (SCC)
Supply Chain Council under IPEF was launched in which year
May 2022
Which section of the Sherman Antitrust Act did a US
federal judge determine Google violated by
monopolizing internet search and search advertising?
S.2
Which organization in India filed a complaint with the
Competition Commission of India (CCI) regarding
Google’s dominance in the online advertising market?
Alliance of Digital India Foundation (ADIF)
Which new law proposed in India aims to curb anticompetitive practices in the digital sector more
proactively?
Digital Competition Bill, 2024
In which year was the Alliance of Digital India
Foundation (ADIF) formed to support India’s digital
startups?
2020
Which act expanded on the Sherman Antitrust Act by
addressing practices such as mergers and acquisitions
that could substantially lessen competition?
The Clayton Antitrust Act of 1914
name the first significant piece of legislation
aimed at curbing monopolistic practices. Passed by Congress in 1890
Sherman Antitrust Act of 1890
Standard Oil was found by whom and in which year
John D. Rockefeller in 1870
Name the commission est. to enforce antitrust laws and protect consumers from unfair business practices. and when was it est.
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ; established in 1914
Name the comprehensive legislation enacted by the Government of India to
promote fair competition in the market, prevent anti-competitive practices, and protect the
interests of consumers.
The Competition Act, 2002
The Competition Act, 2002 replaced which Act
Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices (MRTP)
Act of 1969
