International Relations MCQs

International Relations (IR) MCQs focus on the dynamics of global politics, foreign policies, international organizations, diplomacy, and geopolitical strategies. These are essential for CSS, PMS, and international studies students. The questions provide a conceptual base and help understand the ever-changing global landscape. Topics such as the UN system, power theories, realism, liberalism, and contemporary international issues are well-represented. A great resource for deepening knowledge in world affairs and diplomatic relations.

Q: The doctrine of Mutually Assured Destruction was related to
A) Nuclear deterrence
B) Economic sanctions
C) Cultural exchange
D) Trade embargo
Q: The term “Global South” usually refers to
A) Developed nations
B) Oil-exporting countries
C) Developing nations
D) Communist countries
Q: The Maastricht Treaty established the
A) European Parliament
B) European Union
C) European Central Bank
D) NATO
Q: Peacekeeping operations are usually conducted by
A) NATO
B) EU
C) UN
D) OIC
Q: The concept of 'soft power' was introduced by
A) Joseph Nye
B) Henry Kissinger
C) Hans Morgenthau
D) Samuel Huntington
Q: The United Nations General Assembly meets
A) Biannually
B) Monthly
C) Annually
D) Quarterly
Q: The idea of a “Clash of Civilizations” was proposed by
A) Francis Fukuyama
B) Kenneth Waltz
C) Samuel Huntington
D) John Mearsheimer
Q: The term “bipolar world” refers to dominance by
A) One power
B) Two superpowers
C) Multiple alliances
D) Regional blocs
Q: The G7 consists of
A) 5 countries
B) 6 countries
C) 7 countries
D) 8 countries
Q: The International Court of Justice is based in
A) The Hague
B) Geneva
C) Paris
D) Brussels