Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Contemporary World Politics: Contemporary Centres of power

Question:

Which among the following statement is correct about Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN)?

Options:

ASEAN seeks to accelerate economic growth, social progress and cultural development.

ASEAN believes in promotion of militarization in the region.

ASEAN is a forum that channels aid to western European states.

ASEAN adopted the Schengen Agreement in 1985.

Correct Answer:

ASEAN seeks to accelerate economic growth, social progress and cultural development.

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → ASEAN seeks to accelerate economic growth, social progress and cultural development.

  • ASEAN’s main objective is to promote regional peace, stability, economic growth, social progress, and cultural development.

  • It does not promote militarization in the region.

  • It does not channel aid to Western Europe (that role is linked with organizations like the EU or OECD).

  • The Schengen Agreement of 1985 was adopted by European countries, not ASEAN.