Q. With reference to the Quad grouping, which of the following observations is/are correct?
- Its members include the United States, Australia, India, and Japan.
- The Quad countries share a common concern about climate change.
- Military dominance is a core principle of Quad.
- It is primarily focused on the Indo-Pacific region.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
Answer:
Only three
Notes:
- Its members include the United States, Australia, India, and Japan. Correct: The Quad comprises the United States, Australia, India, and Japan.
- The Quad countries share a common concern about climate change. Correct: The Quad countries have acknowledged climate change as a significant threat and have discussed it in their meetings.
- Military dominance is a core principle of Quad. Incorrect: While the Quad does involve security cooperation, its core principles focus on ensuring a free, open, and prosperous Indo-Pacific region, rather than military dominance.
- It is primarily focused on the Indo-Pacific region. Correct: The primary focus of the Quad is on the Indo-Pacific region.