Consider the following statements: Statement-I: Recently, the United States of America (USA) and the…

Consider the following statements: Statement-I: Recently, the United States of America (USA) and the European Union (EU) have launched the 'Trade and Technology Council'. Statement-II: The USA and the EU claim that through this they are trying to bring technological progress and physical productivity under their control. 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

Per the official UPSC key, the answer is D. Most coaching keys marked C — TTC launched in 2021 is true; II's framing about 'physical productivity under control' is misleading. UPSC officially marked D.

Asked in: UPSC Prelims 2023

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