Question

43. India is member of which of the following groupings ?

1. ASEAN

2. East Asia Summit

3. Trans Pacific Partnership

4. Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation

Select the correct code :

• A. a) 2 and 4 only
• B. b) 1, 2 and 4 only
• C. c) 2 only
• D. d) None

Answer 1

The correct option is C

c) 2 only

c)
The East Asia Summit is the premier leaders-led forum in the Asia-Pacific. Since its inception in 2005, it has played a significant role in the strategic, geopolitical and economic evolution of East Asia.

Apart from the 10 ASEAN Member states, East Asia Summit includes India, China, Japan, Republic of Korea, Australia, New Zealand, United States and Russia. India, being a founding member of the East Asia Summit, is committed to strengthening the East Asia Summit and making it more effective for dealing with contemporary challenges.