International Relations MCQs
International Relations MCQs cover global politics, diplomacy, foreign policy, and international organizations. Ideal for CSS, PMS, and IR students, they enhance understanding of realism, liberalism, UN system, geopolitical strategies, and contemporary world affairs.
Q: The term “Global South” usually refers to
A) Developed nations
B) Oil-exporting countries
C) Developing nations
D) Communist countries
✅ Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Global South is a term used for economically less developed countries.
Q: The Maastricht Treaty established the
A) European Parliament
B) European Union
C) European Central Bank
D) NATO
✅ Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The Maastricht Treaty led to the formation of the European Union in 1993.
Q: Peacekeeping operations are usually conducted by
A) NATO
B) EU
C) UN
D) OIC
✅ Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The UN is widely known for deploying peacekeeping missions around the world.
Q: The concept of 'soft power' was introduced by
A) Joseph Nye
B) Henry Kissinger
C) Hans Morgenthau
D) Samuel Huntington
✅ Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Joseph Nye coined the term 'soft power' to describe influence through attraction rather than coercion.
Q: The United Nations General Assembly meets
A) Biannually
B) Monthly
C) Annually
D) Quarterly
✅ Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The UN General Assembly holds regular annual sessions.