BIMSTEC - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   Which of the following are mentioned in the BIMSTEC Leaders’ Retreat 2016 Outcome Document?

1) Aquaculture
2) Fisheries
3) Maritime boundaries


a. 1, 3
b. 1, 2
c. 2, 3
d. All of the above
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: 1, 2

Explanation:

  • Being aware that the Bay of Bengal region is home to over thirty percent of the world’s fishermen, the leaders recognize that cooperation in sustainable development of fisheries in this region has the potential to make a significant contribution towards ensuring food security and improving livelihoods of people in our region and agree to deepen cooperation in this Sector.
  • The leaders recognize the enormous potential that the development of the blue economy holds for Bay of Bengal region, and agree to explore ways to deepen our cooperation in areas such as aquaculture (both inland and coastal), hydrography, seabed mineral exploration, coastal shipping, eco-tourism and renewable ocean energy with the objective of promoting holistic and sustainable development of our region.
2)   BIMSTEC Technology Transfer Facility is proposed to be setup in

a. India
b. Thailand
c. Sri Lanka
d. Nepal
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Sri Lanka

Explanation:

  • In the recent BIMSTEC Leaders meeting on the sidelines of the 8th BRICS Summit, There was consensus on some issue which proposed for speedy development of coordinating agencies.
  • Recognizing the need for development, access and availability of technology- including for SMEs- for promoting sustainable development across sectors, the BIMSTEC Leaders’ Retreat 2016 Outcome Document directed for early finalization of the Memorandum of Association on the Establishment of BIMSTEC Technology Transfer Facility in Sri Lanka.
  • The leaders also direct the BIMSTEC Network of National Centres of Coordination in Traditional Medicine and its Task Force to expand and deepen cooperation in the sector o traditional medicines.
3)   Which of the following are mentioned in the BIMSTEC Leaders’ Retreat 2016 Outcome Document?

1) Conservation of the mountain eco-systems
2) Establishment of joint defence strategies against enemy nations and attacks
3) Cooperation in disaster management through joint exercises

a. 1, 3
b. 1, 2
c. 2, 3
d. All of the above
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: 1, 3

Explanation:

  • Acknowledging the civilizational, historical and cultural linkages in our region, we recognize the rich potential for development of tourism and reiterate our keen interest in taking concrete steps to promote intra-BIMSTEC tourism including specialized tourist circuits and eco-tourism. In particular, we encourage the development of Buddhist Tourist Circuit and Temple Tourist Circuit within the region.
  • We decide to expedite the establishment of the BIMSTEC Cultural Industries Commission and BIMSTEC Cultural Industries Observatory in Bhutan, which will serve as a repository for information on cultural industries.
4)   Which of the following are mentioned in the BIMSTEC Leaders’ Retreat 2016 Outcome Document?

1) Development of Buddhist Tourist Circuit and Temple Tourist Circuit
2) Establishment of the BIMSTEC Cultural Industries Commission
3) Establishment of the BIMSTEC Cultural Industries Observatory

a. 2, 3
b. 1, 2
c. 1, 3
d. All of the above
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: All of the above

Explanation:

  • Acknowledging the civilizational, historical and cultural linkages in our region, we recognize the rich potential for development of tourism and reiterate our keen interest in taking concrete steps to promote intra-BIMSTEC tourism including specialized tourist circuits and eco-tourism. In particular, we encourage the development of Buddhist Tourist Circuit and Temple Tourist Circuit within the region.
  • We decide to expedite the establishment of the BIMSTEC Cultural Industries Commission and BIMSTEC Cultural Industries Observatory in Bhutan, which will serve as a repository for information on cultural industries.
5)   Which of the following is/are true regarding BIMSTEC Leaders’ Retreat 2016 Outcome Document?

1) Draft BIMSTEC Motor Vehicle Agreement was discussed during the meeting of the BIMSTEC leaders.
2) BIMSTEC Convention on Mutual Assistance in Criminal Matters was also signed.


a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation:

  • Being convinced that the development of connectivity in various forms and manifestations is the key to promote regional integration, BIMSTEC leaders expressed satisfaction at the continuing efforts and initiatives to advance multi-modal physical connectivity (air, rail, roads and waterways) in the BIMSTEC region.
  • Recommendations of the BIMSTEC Transport Infrastructure and Logistics Study were implemented. The leaders agreed to explore the possibility of having a BIMSTEC Motor Vehicle Agreement.
  • The leaders committed to expedite the signing of the BIMSTEC Convention on Mutual Assistance in Criminal Matters, and to early ratification of the BIMSTEC Convention on Cooperation in Combating International Terrorism, Transnational Organized Crime and Illicit Drug Trafficking.
6)   Fourth BIMSTEC Summit will be held in

a. Myanmar
b. Bangladesh
c. Nepal
d. India
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Nepal

Explanation:

  • Fourth BIMSTEC Summit will be held in Nepal in 2017.
  • The Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) is an international organisation involving a group of countries in South Asia and South East Asia. These are: Bangladesh, India, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Bhutan and Nepal.
  • 1st BIMSTEC Summit – 2004 - Bangkok, Thailand
  • 2nd BIMSTEC Summit – 2008 - New Delhi, India
  • 3rd BIMSTEC Summit – 2012 - Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar

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