Consider the following statements in respect of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development…

Consider the following statements in respect of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD): I. It provides loans and guarantees to middle income countries. II. It works single-handedly to help developing countries to reduce poverty. III. It was established to help Europe rebuild after the World War II. Which of the statements given above are correct?
  1. I and II only
  2. II and III only
  3. I and III only
  4. I, II and III

Solution

IBRD provides loans and guarantees to middle-income countries (I correct) and was set up to rebuild post-WWII Europe (III correct). IBRD does not work 'single-handedly'; it works with IDA, IFC, etc. — II wrong.

Asked in: UPSC Prelims 2025

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