1286: In the context of the affairs of which of the following is the phrase "Special Safeguard Mechanisms" mentioned in the news frequently ?
(a) ASEAN-India Free Trade Agreement
(b) G-20 Summits
(c) World Trade Organisation
(d) United Nations Environment Programme
1287: In the context of bilateral trade negotiations between India and European Union, what is the difference between European Commission and European Council ?
1. European Commission represents the EU in trade negotiations whereas European Council participates in the legislation of matters pertaining to economic policies of the European Union.
2. European Commission comprises the Heads of State or government of member countries whereas the European Council comprises of the persons nominated by European Parliament.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
1288: Which one of the following Articles of the Directive Principles of State Policy deals with the promotion of international peace and security?
(a) 51
(b) 48 A
(c) 43 A
(d) 41
1289: The oldest monarchy in the world is that of
(a) U.K.
(b) Nepal.
(c) Saudi Arabia
(d) Japan
1290: A merchant wants a gross profit of 25 per cent on the sales. Thus the percentage he should add to the cost price will be:
(a) 25 per cent
(b) 33 per cent
(c) 66 per cent
(d) 75 per cent