UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2016

With reference to the 'Trans-Pacific Partnership', consider the following statements: 1. It is an agreement among all the Pacific Rim countries except China and Russia. 2. It is a strategic alliance for the purpose of maritime security only. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 only
  3. Both 1 and 2
  4. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer

Correct Answer

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation

The Trans-Pacific Partnership was a trade agreement among 12 specific Pacific Rim countries (not all Pacific Rim nations), and its purpose was trade/economic integration, not maritime security alone, making both statements incorrect.

Topics: international relations, regional trade blocs, tpp, trade agreements