NATO & EU — Set 6
World Organizations · NATO और EU · Questions 51–60 of 60
Which country is a founding member of NATO?
Correct Answer: C. Italy
Italy was one of the 12 original countries that signed the North Atlantic Treaty in 1949. Germany and Turkey joined later in the 1950s. Founding members included nations from both North America and Western Europe.
The 'European Parliament' has its official seat in which city?
Correct Answer: B. Strasbourg
While much work is done in Brussels, the official seat of the European Parliament is Strasbourg, France. Plenary sessions are held here 12 times a year. It is a symbol of reconciliation between France and Germany.
Which country recently joined NATO as its 31st member in 2023?
Correct Answer: B. Finland
Finland officially became a member of NATO on April 4, 2023. This was a historic shift from its traditional policy of military non-alignment. Finland shares a long land border with Russia.
What is the primary purpose of NATO?
Correct Answer: B. Collective defense
The correct answer is 'Collective defense'. NATO's main goal is to safeguard the freedom and security of its members through political and military means. It operates on the principle that an attack against one is an attack against all. It is primarily a military alliance.
The 'Court of Justice of the European Union' is located in?
Correct Answer: A. Luxembourg
The highest court of the EU is located in Luxembourg City. it ensures that EU law is interpreted and applied consistently in every member country. It is distinct from the International Court of Justice.
Which country is a member of NATO but is NOT in the European Union?
Correct Answer: B. Norway
Norway is a founding member of NATO but is not a member of the EU, having rejected membership in referendums. However, it maintains a very close relationship with the EU. Several other countries like Turkey and the USA share this status.
The 'Warsaw Pact' was a historical military rival to which organization?
Correct Answer: B. NATO
The Warsaw Pact was a military alliance of communist nations led by the Soviet Union. It was created in 1955 as a direct response to NATO. It was dissolved in 1991 following the end of the Cold War.
Which of the following is an executive body of the European Union?
Correct Answer: B. European Commission
The European Commission is the executive branch of the EU, responsible for proposing and implementing laws. It represents the interests of the EU as a whole. It is headed by a President appointed by member governments.
How many members are there in NATO as of late 2023?
Correct Answer: C. 31
NATO currently has 31 member countries following the accession of Finland in early 2023. Sweden is in the process of joining to become the 32nd member. Membership has grown significantly from the original 12 founders.
The 'Maastricht Treaty' is officially known as the Treaty on?
Correct Answer: B. European Union
The formal title of the Maastricht Treaty is the 'Treaty on European Union'. It transformed the European Community into the European Union. It established the Euro and the three-pillar structure of the union.