Objective Questions and Answers:
1. What was the main outcome of the IndiaMauritius relationship during the Prime Minister’s visit?
A) Cultural exchange agreements
B) Enhanced strategic partnership
C) Establishment of a new trade bloc
D) Military alliance
:→B) Enhanced strategic partnership
2. Which award was conferred upon the Indian Prime Minister by Mauritius?
A) Bharat Ratna
B) Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean
C) Padma Vibhushan
D) Nobel Peace Prize
:→B) Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean
3. What is the focus of the ‘MAHASAGAR’ vision initiated by India?
A) Space exploration
B) Maritime security and development for the Global South
C) Agricultural innovation
D) Climate change mitigation
:→B) Maritime security and development for the Global South
4. Which of the following agreements was revised between India and Mauritius?
A) Free Trade Agreement (FTA)
B) Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA)
C) Defense Cooperation Agreement
D) Cultural Exchange Agreement
:→B) Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA)
5. What infrastructure project did India agree to support in Agaléga Island?
A) Construction of a new airport
B) Development of a new runway and jetty
C) Building a seaport
D) Establishing a military base
:→B) Development of a new runway and jetty
6. What is the significance of the Chagos Archipelago in IndiaMauritius relations?
A) It is a disputed territory between India and Mauritius.
B) India supports Mauritius’ sovereignty over the Chagos Archipelago.
C) It is a joint military base for both countries.
D) It is a cultural heritage site.
:→B) India supports Mauritius’ sovereignty over the Chagos Archipelago.
7. What financial assistance did India announce for Mauritius during the visit?
A) USD 1 billion grant
B) First rupeedenominated loan assistance
C) Gold reserves transfer
D) Debt relief package
:→B) First rupeedenominated loan assistance
8. Which of the following institutions did India help establish in Mauritius?
A) Police Academy and Maritime Information Sharing Centre
B) Space Research Centre
C) Agricultural Research Institute
D) Nuclear Power Plant
:→A) Police Academy and Maritime Information Sharing Centre
9. What is the percentage of the Mauritian population of Indian origin?
A) 30%
B) 50%
C) 70%
D) 90%
:→C) 70%
10. Which regional forums were highlighted for IndiaMauritius cooperation?
A) ASEAN and SAARC
B) Colombo Security Conclave, IORA, and Indian Ocean Conference
C) G20 and BRICS
D) NATO and EU
:→B) Colombo Security Conclave, IORA, and Indian Ocean Conference
11. What is the significance of the ‘SAGAR’ initiative for IndiaMauritius relations?
A) It focuses on space exploration.
B) It promotes maritime security and development in the Indian Ocean region.
C) It is a cultural exchange program.
D) It is a trade agreement.
:→B) It promotes maritime security and development in the Indian Ocean region.
12. What did India announce as a gift to Mauritius?
A) A new metro system
B) A new Parliament building
C) A military base
D) A cultural centre
:→B) A new Parliament building
13. Which Indian leader visited Mauritius in 1901 and advocated for education and political empowerment?
A) Jawaharlal Nehru
B) Mahatma Gandhi
C) Subhas Chandra Bose
D) Sardar Patel
:→B) Mahatma Gandhi
14. What is the significance of March 12 in Mauritius?
A) Independence Day
B) National Day, celebrated as a tribute to Mahatma Gandhi’s Dandi March
C) Republic Day
D) Cultural Heritage Day
:→B) National Day, celebrated as a tribute to Mahatma Gandhi’s Dandi March
15. Which program has trained nearly 4,940 Mauritians since 2002?
A) Indian Space Research Program
B) Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Program
C) Indian Cultural Exchange Program
D) Indian Defense Training Program
:→B) Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Program
16. What is the primary concern regarding the APAAR ID initiative?
A) Lack of funding
B) Data privacy and security issues
C) Technological limitations
D) Lack of student interest
:→B) Data privacy and security issues
17. What is the purpose of the APAAR ID?
A) To standardize academic records and facilitate transitions between educational levels
B) To provide financial aid to students
C) To track military personnel
D) To monitor cultural activities
:→A) To standardize academic records and facilitate transitions between educational levels
18. Which act mandates that consent for data collection must be free, informed, and clear?
A) Data Protection Act, 2023
B) Right to Information Act, 2005
C) Information Technology Act, 2000
D) Consumer Protection Act, 2019
:→A) Data Protection Act, 2023
19. What is the strategic importance of Mauritius for India?
A) It is a gateway to Africa for trade and investment.
B) It is a major oil supplier.
C) It is a space research hub.
D) It is a member of NATO.
:→A) It is a gateway to Africa for trade and investment.
20. What is the secondlargest source of FDI for India as of FY 202324?
A) Singapore
B) Mauritius
C) USA
D) Japan
:→B) Mauritius