Consider the following statements: Statement-I: Israel has established diplomatic relations with some Arab…

Consider the following statements: Statement-I: Israel has established diplomatic relations with some Arab States. Statement-II: The 'Arab Peace Initiative' mediated by Saudi Arabia was signed by Israel and Arab League. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
  1. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
  2. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
  3. Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
  4. Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

Solution

Statement-I is correct (Abraham Accords with UAE, Bahrain etc.). Statement-II is incorrect — the Arab Peace Initiative (2002) was proposed by Saudi Arabia and endorsed by the Arab League but never signed by Israel.

Asked in: UPSC Prelims 2023

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