International Relations MCQs (Part 1)

Which of the following is a challenge of globalization?

Which of the following approaches sees international relations as a system of organized hypocrisy?

Which approach in International Relations focuses on the power of hegemonic stability?

Who is credited with the development of the 'Balance of Power' theory in international relations?

What is an effect of nationalism on global trade?

Which treaty is considered the foundation of modern international law?

What does the term 'deterrence' refer to in international security?

What is a key feature of public diplomacy?

Which of the following is NOT a principle of Just War Theory?

What impact does globalization have on cultural identities?

What is the primary goal of nationalism?

Which of the following organizations is an example of promoting globalization?

What is meant by 'Track II Diplomacy'?

Which treaty aimed to limit anti-ballistic missile systems?

Which IPE theory is concerned with the global capitalist system's impact on developing countries?

Which of the following is a key focus area for the World Bank?

Which of the following is NOT a member of the World Bank Group?

Which theory is associated with the 'end of history' thesis?

Which organization is a key example of internationalism?

Which IPE theory critiques free trade as benefiting only powerful nations?

Which term describes a state's refusal to involve itself in international conflicts?

What is the primary focus of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)?

Which of the following is a key concept in Neo-Realism?

The strategic culture of a nation is primarily shaped by:

Which war is characterized by irregular tactics and small group operations?

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were adopted by the United Nations in which year?

Which approach argues that state behavior is primarily influenced by economic interests?

Where is the headquarters of the World Bank located?

Which theory emphasizes the negative impacts of colonialism on former colonies?

Which organization is primarily responsible for maintaining international peace and security?

Which theory advocates that states act based on expected utility of different actions for security and power?

How many judges serve on the International Court of Justice?

Which entity can bring cases to the International Court of Justice?

Which term refers to the spread of nuclear weapons to countries not recognized as Nuclear Weapon States?

Which of the following best describes the nature of 'Asymmetric Warfare'?

Which theory is associated with the notion of 'unequal exchange' in international trade?

Who appoints the judges to the International Court of Justice?

The Dependency Theory primarily examines relationships between which types of countries?

Which theory focuses on the significance of state sovereignty and national interest?

Which concept refers to the idea that military and economic power are not the only forms of influence in international relations?

The concept of 'security dilemma' is associated with which of the following theories?

Which IPE theory focuses on the historical processes that led to the modern global economic system?

What type of law does the International Court of Justice primarily deal with?

What is the primary concern of arms control agreements?

What is the main focus of human security frameworks?

According to Imperialism theory, what is a primary motivation behind colonialism?

Which principle underlies the concept of collective security?

Which strategy involves reducing the military capacity of adversaries through arms control agreements?

What is the main function of the International Monetary Fund (IMF)?

Which organization is primarily responsible for overseeing global nuclear disarmament efforts?

Which theory suggests that economic policies should be evaluated based on their impact on power?

Which term refers to the legal process of resolving disputes through an impartial third party?

What is the principle of 'Pacta sunt servanda' in international law?

Which of the following is a core principle of Constructivism?

Which document serves as the foundational treaty of the United Nations?

What is the 'balance of power' in International Relations?

In strategic culture, the perception of threat is most influenced by:

What defines 'Limited War'?

Which theory explains global inequalities through the lens of economic exploitation?

Which of the following is an example of a multilateral organization?

Which of the following is a core responsibility of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)?

Which theory suggests that international relations are affected by both material capabilities and ideas?

Who is responsible for electing the United Nations Secretary-General?

Which UN agency is focused on children's rights and welfare?

What is the main decision-making body of the International Monetary Fund (IMF)?

What is a central idea of the post-colonial approach in International Relations?

What is the primary cause of war according to realist theories?

Which country was not a permanent member of the League of Nations?

Which theory argues that economic activities should serve national interests?

What is the primary function of the International Monetary Fund?

What is a characteristic feature of globalization?

Which political theory supports the idea of a global governing body?

What does the term 'balance of power' mean in international relations?

Which theory argues that international institutions can facilitate cooperation among states?

Which theory emphasizes the role of international institutions in maintaining peace?

In which theory does the concept of 'core' and 'periphery' countries appear?

Which theory in International Relations focuses on social constructs?

Which theory suggests that economic interdependence reduces the likelihood of war?

Which theory suggests that global politics operates in a system of complex interdependence?

Which theory suggests that nuclear capabilities of India and Pakistan maintain peace through deterrence?

What is the primary concern of Feminist theory in International Relations?

Who authored 'The Clash of Civilizations'?

Which of the following concepts is central to Feminist approaches in International Relations?

Which theory asserts that the international system is characterized by a balance of power?

Which ideology prioritizes the nation-state as the central unit of political organization?

Who is considered the father of Political Realism?

What role does the International Court of Justice play in the United Nations?

What key concept is associated with the English School of International Relations?

Which approach emphasizes the role of power as a means of achieving national interests?

Who wrote 'The Tragedy of Great Power Politics'?

What does Mercantilism prioritize in international trade?

Which event is often seen as the beginning of modern globalization?

Which international treaty seeks to ban nuclear testing?

What is the main criticism of globalization?

What is the main focus of Marxist theory in International Relations?

Which of the following is the primary purpose of the United Nations?

Which IPE theory is associated with the critique of capitalist economies?

What is the primary objective of Economic Liberalism?

What is the main objective of the World Health Organization?

Who is considered a key thinker in the development of Neorealism?

Which of the following best describes 'Total War'?

What is the main focus of Neo-Marxism in IPE?

What is the term length for judges serving on the International Court of Justice?

Which factor is crucial for the spread of internationalism?

Which theory suggests that international law and organizations can prevent conflict?

Which theory asserts that state behavior is primarily determined by the distribution of power in the international system?

What is a common feature of strategic culture?

Which of the following is NOT a function of the World Bank?

Which of the following is a specialized agency of the United Nations?

Guerrilla warfare tactics are most effective in:

Which term refers to the increasing interconnectedness of countries?

How does internationalism typically affect diplomatic relationships?

Who is known for the concept of 'perpetual peace' in international relations?

Which international organization primarily deals with global trade rules?

What is a defining feature of a nationalist political ideology?

What does the term 'security dilemma' describe in International Relations?

Who coined the term 'soft power'?

Who coined the term 'soft power'?

What does the term 'anarchy' refer to in International Relations theory?

What is the primary role of the International Court of Justice?

What does the Interdependence Theory suggest about global conflict?

Which principle is violated when a country interferes in another state's domestic affairs?

What does the term "sovereignty" refer to in international relations?

Who is the current President of the World Bank (as of 2023)?

What is the IMF's main instrument for providing loans to member countries?

In the context of Pakistan, strategic culture is heavily influenced by:

Which concept refers to the legal authority of a state to govern itself?

What is the term length for a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council?

What is 'soft power' according to International Relations theories?

Which country is known for its 'Non-Aligned Movement' policy?

Who was the first Secretary-General of the United Nations?

Which of the following cases can be heard by the International Court of Justice?

What is the primary mission of the International Court of Justice?

Which approach emphasizes the creation and impact of norms, values, and identities on global politics?

Which of the following financial packages is typically provided by the IMF to assist countries facing balance of payments problems?

Which is the primary aim of diplomacy?

Which theory in IPE emphasizes the role of state power in achieving economic objectives?

According to Economic Liberalism, what plays a critical role in resource allocation?

Which type of war involves the complete mobilization of civilian and military resources?

What does the World Bank aim to achieve by 2030?

Which of the following is not an official language of the United Nations?

What is a key belief of Dependency Theory?

What is the advisory role of the International Court of Justice?

In which year was the United Nations founded?

Which of the following countries is not a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council?

What is the main driver for countries engaging in Civil War?

According to Mercantilism, what is the role of the state in the economy?

What does the term 'sovereignty' refer to in International Relations?

What role does internationalism play in global politics?

Which of the following is a key component of the theory of realism?

What is deterrence theory primarily concerned with?

Which city is home to the International Court of Justice?

What event marked the end of the Cold War?

Which body of the United Nations is responsible for promoting higher standards of living, full employment, and economic and social progress?

What does the term 'bipolarity' refer to in international politics?

What is the primary focus of International Relations?

What does the Democratic Peace Theory propose?

The concept of deterrence is primarily associated with:

Which of the following bodies is part of the World Bank Group?

What was the main objective of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT)?

What does the term 'detente' refer to?

Which concept refers to the spread of nuclear weapons to more states?

Which of the following is a source of World Bank funding?

The World Bank is made up of how many institutions?

Which theory posits that globalization leads to greater economic cooperation and peace?

Which theory is most associated with the belief that economic ties create mutual dependencies among nations?

What does the term 'hegemony' mean in International Relations?

Which theory focuses on the importance of class struggle in understanding international relations?

What is the primary purpose of collective security?

Who is known for the theory of nationalism as a modern phenomenon?

Which term describes a situation where one state's security actions provoke insecurity in another?

Civil wars are primarily characterized by:

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of the Liberal approach to International Relations?

Which organ of the United Nations is primarily responsible for maintaining international peace and security?

Which of the following is a primary purpose of international law?

Which type of war aims at achieving specific limited objectives?

Which of the following was a major cause of the Cold War?

Which concept emphasizes the interconnectedness of economies globally?

Which approach in International Relations is most likely to emphasize the role of ethics and morality?

What is the primary concern of Mercantilism?