Question

The Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) aims towards __________.

1. social development of Indian Ocean rim region.

2. enhancing security and protection from piracy.

3. trade facilitation.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

• A. 1 and 2 only
• B. 1 and 3 only
• C. 2 and 3 only
• D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

1, 2 and 3

Indian-Ocean Rim Association is an international organization consisting of coastal states boarding the Indian Ocean. IORA was established in Mauritius. The objectives of IORA are as follows:-

1. To promote sustainable growth and development of the member states.

2. To focus on the areas of economic development.

3. To provide maximum opportunity for development.

4. To promote liberalization.

5. To enhance security and protection from piracy.

6. Trade facilitation.

7. Disaster risk reduction.