Consider the following statements in respect of BIMSTEC: I. It is a regional organization consisting of…

Consider the following statements in respect of BIMSTEC: I. It is a regional organization consisting of seven member States till January 2025. II. It came into existence with the signing of the Dhaka Declaration, 1999. III. Bangladesh, India, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Nepal are founding member States of BIMSTEC. IV. In BIMSTEC, the subsector of 'tourism' is being led by India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
  1. I and II
  2. II and III
  3. I and IV
  4. I only

Solution

BIMSTEC has 7 members (I correct). It came into being with the Bangkok Declaration, 1997 (not Dhaka 1999) — II wrong. Founding members were Bangladesh, India, Sri Lanka and Thailand (Nepal joined later) — III wrong. Tourism is no longer led by India per the latest reorganisation — IV per the key is incorrect. Insights IAS marks answer as D (I only).

Asked in: UPSC Prelims 2025

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