CURRENT AFFAIRS

2019

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which among the following countries are members of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QSD)?
A
India, US, Japan & Australia
B
India, Russia, South Korea & China
C
India, Indonesia, Myanmar & Thailand
D
India, Nepal, Bhutan & Bangladesh
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QSD), commonly known as the Quad, is a strategic security dialogue between Australia, India, Japan and the United States that is maintained by talks between member countries.

Detailed explanation-2: -Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) is the informal strategic dialogue between India, the USA, Japan, and Australia. The idea of Quad was first mooted by Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in 2007. With the aim to counter China’s aggressive behaviour in the Indo-Pacific region.

Detailed explanation-3: -Detailed Solution. The correct answer is France. Quad comprises Japan, India, Australia, and the United States.

Detailed explanation-4: -Australia’s Quad partnership with India, Japan and the United States is a key pillar in Australia’s foreign policy. The Quad is a diplomatic network of four countries committed to supporting a free and open Indo-Pacific that is inclusive and resilient.

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