Prelims 2022

Q. Consider the following:
1. Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
2. Missile Technology Control Regime
3. Shanghai Cooperation Organisation
Indian is a member of which of the above?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 3 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer: d) 1, 2 and 3

Question from UPSC Prelims 2022 GS Paper

Explanation : 

India’s Membership in International Organizations

India is indeed a member of all three organizations mentioned: the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), the Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR), and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)

India is a founding member of the AIIB, which was established in 2016. The AIIB is a multilateral development bank that aims to support the building of infrastructure in the Asia-Pacific region. India is one of the largest shareholders and borrowers of the AIIB.

Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR)

India joined the MTCR in June 2016. The MTCR is a voluntary association of countries that aims to prevent the proliferation of missile and unmanned aerial vehicle technology capable of carrying above 500 kg payload for more than 300 km. By joining the MTCR, India has strengthened its position as a responsible actor in the field of missile technology and non-proliferation.

Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)

India became a full member of the SCO in June 2017, along with Pakistan. The SCO is a Eurasian political, economic, and security alliance that was established in 2001 in Shanghai by the leaders of China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. The organization focuses on regional security and various other areas of mutual cooperation.

Therefore, the correct answer is “1, 2 and 3,” as India is a member of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, the Missile Technology Control Regime, and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation.

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