European Union, EU, GVK Biosciences - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   Which of the following statements is/are correct about Turkey?

1. Turkey is member of EU.
2. Turkey will receive €3bn and political concessions in return for clamping down on its borders and keeping refugees in the country.

a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Only 2

Explanation:
- Turkey is not a member of EU. It is a candidate for EU.
- Turkey is the major transit point for refugees trying to enter Europe, which are expected to reach 1.5 million people this year alone.
- Turkey's accession process to the EU bloc would be "re-energised by the deal".
2)   Which of the following statements is/are correct about Norway?

1. It is a member of EU.
2. It is member of NATO.
3. It is a member European Economic Area.
4. It is not a member of Antarctic Treaty System.
5. It is not a member Schengen Area.

a. 1,2,3,5
b. 1,3,5
c. 2,3,4
d. All
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: 2,3,4

Explanation:
Norway is not a member state of the European Union (EU), it is closely associated with the Union through its membership in the European Economic Area (EEA), in the context of being a European Free Trade Association (EFTA) member.
Schengen Area encompasses most EU States, except for Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Ireland, Romania and the United Kingdom.
However, Bulgaria and Romania are currently in the process of joining the Schengen Area.
Of non-EU States, Iceland, Norway, Switzerland and Liechtenstein have joined the Schengen Area.

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