International Trade & WTO PYQs

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1. Prelims 2026Q39International Trade & WTO

   Which of the following is/are the most significant implication(s) of obtaining Oeko-Tex certification for Eri Silk in the global textile industry ?

   1.It allows Indian exporters to compete in high-end markets that prioritise chemical-free products.

   2.It confirms that Eri Silk meets international safety, environmental, and quality standards, enabling its entry into premium eco-conscious markets.

   Select the answer using the code given below :

   a1 onlyb2 onlycBoth 1 and 2dNeither 1 nor 2
2. Prelims 2024Q92International Trade & WTO

   Consider the following statements :

   Statement-I :

   India does not import apples from the United States of America.

   Statement-II :

   In India, the law prohibits the import of Genetically Modified food without the approval of the competent authority.

   Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements ?

   aBoth Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-IbBoth Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-IcStatement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrectdStatement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
3. Prelims 2023Q86International Trade & WTO

   Consider the following statements :

   Statement–I :

   Switzerland is one of the leading exporters of gold in terms of value.

   Statement–II :

   Switzerland has the second largest gold reserves in the world.

   Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

   aBoth Statement–I and Statement–II are correct and Statement–II is the correct explanation for Statement–IbBoth Statement–I and Statement–II are correct and Statement–II is not the correct explanation for Statement–IcStatement–I is correct but Statement–II is incorrectdStatement–I is incorrect but Statement–II is correct
4. Prelims 2023Q88International Trade & WTO

   Consider the following statements :

   Statement–I :

   India accounts for 3·2% of global export of goods.

   Statement–II :

   Many local companies and some foreign companies operating in India have taken advantage of India's 'Production-linked Incentive' scheme.

   Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

   aBoth Statement–I and Statement–II are correct and Statement–II is the correct explanation for Statement–IbBoth Statement–I and Statement–II are correct and Statement–II is not the correct explanation for Statement–IcStatement–I is correct but Statement–II is incorrectdStatement–I is incorrect but Statement–II is correct
5. Prelims 2020Q56International Trade & WTO

   With reference to Trade-Related Investment Measures (TRIMS), which of the following statements is/are correct ?

   1.Quantitative restrictions on imports by foreign investors are prohibited.

   2.They apply to investment measures related to trade in both goods and services.

   3.They are not concerned with the regulation of foreign investment.

   Select the correct answer using the code given below :

   a1 and 2 onlyb2 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
6. Prelims 2020Q64International Trade & WTO

   Consider the following statements :

   1.The value of Indo-Sri Lanka trade has consistently increased in the last decade.

   2.“Textile and textile articles” constitute an important item of trade between India and Bangladesh.

   3.In the last five years, Nepal has been the largest trading partner of India in South Asia.

   Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

   a1 and 2 onlyb2 onlyc3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
7. Prelims 2019Q57International Trade & WTO

   Consider the following statements :

   1.According to the Indian Patents Act, a biological process to create a seed can be patented in India.

   2.In India, there is no Intellectual Property Appellate Board.

   3.Plant varieties are not eligible to be patented in India.

   Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

   a1 and 3 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
8. Prelims 2018Q26International Trade & WTO

   India enacted The Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999 in order to comply with the obligations to

   aILObIMFcUNCTADdWTO
9. Prelims 2017Q34International Trade & WTO

   With reference to the 'National Intellectual Property Rights Policy', consider the following statements :

   1.It reiterates India's commitment to the Doha Development Agenda and the TRIPS Agreement.

   2.Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion is the nodal agency for regulating intellectual property rights in India.

   Which of the above statements is/are correct ?

   a1 onlyb2 onlycBoth 1 and 2dNeither 1 nor 2
10. Prelims 2017Q82International Trade & WTO

    'Broad-based Trade and Investment Agreement (BTIA)' is sometimes seen in the news in the context of negotiations held between India and

    aEuropean UnionbGulf Cooperation CouncilcOrganization for Economic Cooperation and DevelopmentdShanghai Cooperation Organization
11. Prelims 2017Q83International Trade & WTO

    Consider the following statements :

    1.India has ratified the Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA) of WTO.

    2.TFA is a part of WTO's Bali Ministerial Package of 2013.

    3.TFA came into force in January 2016.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

    a1 and 2 onlyb1 and 3 onlyc2 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
12. Prelims 2016Q11International Trade & WTO

    In the context of which of the following do you sometimes find the terms 'amber box, blue box and green box' in the news?

    aWTO affairsbSAARC affairscUNFCCC affairsdIndia-EU negotiations on FTA
13. Prelims 2016Q77International Trade & WTO

    The term 'Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership' often appears in the news in the context of the affairs of a group of countries known as

    aG20bASEANcSCOdSAARC
14. Prelims 2015Q31International Trade & WTO

    The terms ‘Agreement on Agriculture’, ‘Agreement on the Application of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures’ and ‘Peace Clause’ appear in the news frequently in the context of the affairs of the

    aFood and Agriculture OrganizationbUnited Nations Framework Conference on Climate ChangecWorld Trade OrganizationdUnited Nations Environment Programme
15. Prelims 2011Q6International Trade & WTO

    In terms of economy, the visit by foreign nationals to witness the XIX Commonwealth Games in India amounted to

    aExportbImportcProductiondConsumption
16. Prelims 2011Q17International Trade & WTO

    “A closed economy” is an economy in which

    athe money supply is fully controlledbdeficit financing takes placeconly exports take placedneither exports nor imports take place
17. Prelims 2010Q15International Trade & WTO

    In the context of the affairs of which of the following is the phrase “Special Safeguard Mechanisms” mentioned in the news frequently ?

    aUnited Nations Environment ProgrammebWorld Trade OrganisationcASEAN-India Free Trade AgreementdG-20 Summits
18. Prelims 2010Q17International Trade & WTO

    In order to comply with TRIPS Agreement, India enacted the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration & Protection) Act, 1999. The difference/differences between a “Trade Mark” and a Geographical Indication is/are

    1.A Trade Mark is an individual or a company’s right whereas a Geographical Indication is a community’s right.

    2.A Trade Mark can be licensed whereas a Geographical Indication cannot be licensed.

    3.A Trade Mark is assigned to the manufactured goods whereas the Geographical Indication is assigned to the agricultural goods/products and handicrafts only.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

    a1 onlyb1 and 2 onlyc2 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
19. Prelims 2010Q18International Trade & WTO

    The SEZ Act, 2005 which came into effect in February 2006 has certain objectives. In this context, consider the following :

    1.Development of infrastructure facilities.

    2.Promotion of investment from foreign sources.

    3.Promotion of exports of services only.

    Which of the above are the objectives of this Act ?

    a1 and 2 onlyb3 onlyc2 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
20. Prelims 2010Q48International Trade & WTO

    As regards the use of international food safety standards as reference point for the dispute settlements, which one of the following does WTO collaborate with?

    aCodex Alimentarius CommissionbInternational Federation of Standards UserscInternational Organization for StandardizationdWorld Standards Cooperation
21. Prelims 2009Q89International Trade & WTO

    Consider the following statements :

    1.The first telegraph line in India was laid between Kolkata (formerly Calcutta) and Diamond Harbour.

    2.The first Export Processing Zone in India was set up in Kandla.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

    a1 onlyb2 onlycBoth 1 and 2dNeither 1 nor 2
22. Prelims 2009Q145International Trade & WTO

    NAMA-11 (Nama-11) group of countries frequently appears in the news in the context of the affairs of which one of the following?

    aNuclear Suppliers GroupbWorld BankcWorld Economic ForumdWorld Trade Organization
23. Prelims 2006Q42International Trade & WTO

    Consider the following statements:

    1.In India, during the financial year 2004-2005 an increase of below 10 % over the value of exports (in rupee terms) in the financial year 2003-2004 was reported.

    2.According to the WTO, India’s share in the world merchandise exports is 2 % in the year 2005.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    a1 onlyb2 onlycBoth 1 and 2dNeither 1 nor 2
24. Prelims 2006Q46International Trade & WTOAnswer disputed

    Consider the following statements:

    1.The agreement on South Asian Free Trade Area (SAFTA) came into effect from 1st December 2005.

    2.As per SAFTA agreement terms, India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka have to decrease their custom duties to the level of 0 % to 5 % by the year 2013.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    a1 onlyb2 onlycBoth 1 and 2dNeither 1 nor 2
25. Prelims 2004Q75International Trade & WTO

    Assertion (A): For the first time, India had no trade deficit in the year 2002-03.

    Reason (R): For the first time, India's exports crossed worth $50 billion in the year 2002-03.

    aBoth A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of AbBoth A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of AcA is true but R is falsedA is false but R is true
26. Prelims 2003Q59International Trade & WTO

    Consider the following statements

    1.India’s import of crude and petroleum product during the year 2001-02 accounted for about 27% of India’s total imports.

    2.During the year 2001-02, India’s exports had increased by 10% as compared to the previous year

    Which of these statements is/are correct?

    aOnly 1bOnly 2cBoth 1 and 2dNeither 1 nor 2
27. Prelims 2003Q102International Trade & WTOAnswer disputed

    Assertion (A): During the year 2001-02, the value of India’s total exports declined, registering a negative growth of 2.17%.

    Reason (R): During the year 2001-02, negative growth in exports was witnessed in respect of iron and steel, coffee, textiles and marine products.

    aBoth A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of AbBoth A and R are individually true but R is NOT the correct explanation of AcA is true but R is falsedA is false but R is true
28. Prelims 2003Q104International Trade & WTO

    Assertion (A): The new EXIM Policy is liberal, market-oriented and favours global trade.

    Reason (R): GATT has played a significant role in the liberalisation of economy.

    aBoth A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of AbBoth A and R are individually true but R is NOT the correct explanation of AcA is true but R is falsedA is false but R is true
29. Prelims 2003Q143International Trade & WTO

    Among the following commodities imported by India during the year 2001-02, which one was the highest in terms of Rupee value?

    aEdible oilbFertilizerscOrganic and inorganic chemicalsdPearls, precious and semi-precious stones
30. Prelims 2002Q22International Trade & WTO

    Consider the following statements:

    1.The World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) is a specialised agency of United Nations System of Organisations

    2.WIPO has its headquarters at Rome

    3.The Trade Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) Agreement is binding on all WTO members

    4.Least-developed country members of WTO are not required to apply the provisions of TRIPS Agreements for a period of 20 years from the general date of application of the Agreement

    Which of these statements are correct?

    a1, 2, 3 and 4b2, 3 and 4c1, 2 and 4d1 and 3