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The Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA): Analyzing Its Role in Regional Cooperation

Description: The Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) is an inter-governmental organization consisting of 23 member states bordering the Indian Ocean. Established in 1997, IORA's primary objective is to promote regional cooperation and development. This quiz delves into IORA's role in fostering regional cooperation, its key initiatives, and its impact on the Indian Ocean region.
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When was the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) established?

  1. 1992

  2. 1997

  3. 2002

  4. 2007


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

IORA was established in 1997 with the signing of the IORA Charter in Mauritius.

What is the primary objective of IORA?

  1. Promoting regional trade

  2. Enhancing maritime security

  3. Fostering cultural exchange

  4. Promoting regional cooperation and development


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

IORA's primary objective is to promote regional cooperation and development among its member states.

How many member states are part of IORA?

  1. 15

  2. 23

  3. 31

  4. 45


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

As of 2023, IORA consists of 23 member states bordering the Indian Ocean.

Which country currently holds the Chairmanship of IORA?

  1. India

  2. South Africa

  3. Australia

  4. Indonesia


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

South Africa currently holds the Chairmanship of IORA for the period 2023-2025.

What is the name of IORA's flagship initiative aimed at promoting trade and investment?

  1. IORA Business Forum

  2. IORA Trade Facilitation Agreement

  3. IORA Investment Promotion Agency

  4. IORA Free Trade Area


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The IORA Business Forum is IORA's flagship initiative aimed at promoting trade and investment among member states.

Which IORA initiative focuses on promoting academic and cultural exchange among member states?

  1. IORA Academic Network

  2. IORA Cultural Exchange Program

  3. IORA Youth Exchange Program

  4. IORA Education and Training Center


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The IORA Academic Network is an initiative aimed at promoting academic and cultural exchange among member states.

What is the name of IORA's initiative aimed at enhancing maritime safety and security in the Indian Ocean region?

  1. IORA Maritime Safety and Security Initiative

  2. IORA Code of Conduct on Maritime Safety and Security

  3. IORA Regional Maritime Information Sharing Center

  4. IORA Maritime Security Cooperation Framework


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The IORA Maritime Safety and Security Initiative is aimed at enhancing maritime safety and security in the Indian Ocean region.

Which IORA initiative focuses on promoting sustainable development and environmental protection in the Indian Ocean region?

  1. IORA Blue Economy Initiative

  2. IORA Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Initiative

  3. IORA Sustainable Development Goals Initiative

  4. IORA Environmental Cooperation Framework


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The IORA Blue Economy Initiative focuses on promoting sustainable development and environmental protection in the Indian Ocean region.

What is the name of IORA's initiative aimed at promoting tourism and cultural heritage in the Indian Ocean region?

  1. IORA Tourism Promotion Initiative

  2. IORA Cultural Heritage Preservation Initiative

  3. IORA Regional Tourism Development Program

  4. IORA Tourism and Culture Cooperation Framework


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The IORA Tourism Promotion Initiative is aimed at promoting tourism and cultural heritage in the Indian Ocean region.

Which IORA initiative focuses on promoting cooperation in science, technology, and innovation among member states?

  1. IORA Science and Technology Cooperation Initiative

  2. IORA Innovation and Entrepreneurship Initiative

  3. IORA Regional Science and Technology Center

  4. IORA Science, Technology, and Innovation Cooperation Framework


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The IORA Science and Technology Cooperation Initiative focuses on promoting cooperation in science, technology, and innovation among member states.

What is the name of IORA's initiative aimed at promoting cooperation in health and disaster management among member states?

  1. IORA Health Cooperation Initiative

  2. IORA Disaster Management Cooperation Initiative

  3. IORA Regional Health and Disaster Management Center

  4. IORA Health and Disaster Management Cooperation Framework


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The IORA Health Cooperation Initiative is aimed at promoting cooperation in health and disaster management among member states.

Which IORA initiative focuses on promoting cooperation in energy and mineral resources among member states?

  1. IORA Energy Cooperation Initiative

  2. IORA Mineral Resources Cooperation Initiative

  3. IORA Regional Energy and Mineral Resources Center

  4. IORA Energy and Mineral Resources Cooperation Framework


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The IORA Energy Cooperation Initiative focuses on promoting cooperation in energy and mineral resources among member states.

What is the name of IORA's initiative aimed at promoting cooperation in agriculture and food security among member states?

  1. IORA Agriculture Cooperation Initiative

  2. IORA Food Security Cooperation Initiative

  3. IORA Regional Agriculture and Food Security Center

  4. IORA Agriculture and Food Security Cooperation Framework


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The IORA Agriculture Cooperation Initiative is aimed at promoting cooperation in agriculture and food security among member states.

Which IORA initiative focuses on promoting cooperation in fisheries and aquaculture among member states?

  1. IORA Fisheries Cooperation Initiative

  2. IORA Aquaculture Cooperation Initiative

  3. IORA Regional Fisheries and Aquaculture Center

  4. IORA Fisheries and Aquaculture Cooperation Framework


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The IORA Fisheries Cooperation Initiative focuses on promoting cooperation in fisheries and aquaculture among member states.

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