Question

With reference to the Atlantic Charter, which of the following statements is not correct?

• A. The countries had to respect each other’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
• B. The countries need to settle all disputes peacefully, without resorting to war.
• C. Increase the use of armaments and ammunition.
• D. Encouragement of international cooperation and friendly relations between all countries.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (D)

The correct options are
A The countries had to respect each other’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
B The countries need to settle all disputes peacefully, without resorting to war.
D Encouragement of international cooperation and friendly relations between all countries.

The Atlantic Charter was drafted in August 1941. British Prime Minister Churchill and US President Roosevelt made a joint promise to end the Second World War. The Charter aimed to fulfill goals like respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity among countries, settling of disputes without war, encouragement of international cooperation and friendly relations. They also vowed to reduce the use of armaments and ammunition.