International Relations MCQs

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman | Last updated: November 20, 2024

1. International Relations (IR) is primarily concerned with the study of: A) Political ideologies within nation-states B) Interactions between states and other global actors C) Economic policies of multinational corporations D) Cultural exchanges between different societies Answer: B) Interactions between states and other global actors 2. The concept of “state sovereignty” refers to: A) The authority of a state to govern its own territory and population B) The promotion of democratic values globally C) Economic independence from international institutions D) The use of military force to assert dominance in global politics Answer: A) The authority of a state to govern its own territory and population 3. Which theory in International Relations emphasizes the role of power and military capabilities in shaping state behavior? A) Realism B) Liberalism C) Constructivism D) Marxism Answer: A) Realism 4. The Treaty of Versailles, signed in 1919, is an example of: A) Collective security B) Balance of power C) International law D) Diplomatic negotiation Answer: D) Diplomatic negotiation 5. The concept of “balance of power” in IR refers to: A) The distribution of power among states to prevent any one from dominating others B) Military alliances formed to counter global threats C) Economic cooperation between developed and developing nations D) The promotion of democratic norms and values globally Answer: A) The distribution of power among states to prevent any one from dominating others 6. Which international organization is responsible for maintaining international peace and security? A) International Monetary Fund (IMF) B) World Trade Organization (WTO) C) United Nations (UN) D) World Health Organization (WHO) Answer: C) United Nations (UN) 7. The concept of “soft power” in IR refers to: A) Military capabilities of a state B) Economic influence and trade relations C) Cultural attractiveness and diplomatic influence D) Coercive diplomacy and sanctions Answer: C) Cultural attractiveness and diplomatic influence 8. The theory of “economic interdependence” suggests that: A) States are primarily motivated by national interests B) Economic ties between states reduce the likelihood of conflict C) Military alliances are essential for global stability D) Power transitions lead to geopolitical instability Answer: B) Economic ties between states reduce the likelihood of conflict 9. The concept of “human security” in IR focuses on: A) Military defense and national security B) Economic development and poverty reduction C) Protection of individuals from violence and threats D) Environmental sustainability and resource management Answer: C) Protection of individuals from violence and threats 10. Which theory in IR emphasizes the importance of international institutions and cooperation in promoting peace and stability? A) Realism B) Liberalism C) Marxism D) Constructivism Answer: B) Liberalism 11. The concept of “globalization” in IR refers to: A) The spread of democratic values and norms worldwide B) Economic integration and interconnectedness across borders C) Military alliances to counter terrorism D) The promotion of human rights in international law Answer: B) Economic integration and interconnectedness across borders 12. The principle of “responsibility to protect” (R2P) in IR refers to: A) The duty of states to intervene militarily in humanitarian crises B) Economic sanctions imposed on rogue states C) The promotion of democracy through international institutions D) The protection of civilians from genocide, war crimes, ethnic cleansing, and crimes against humanity Answer: D) The protection of civilians from genocide, war crimes, ethnic cleansing, and crimes against humanity 13. The concept of “hard power” in IR refers to: A) Military force and coercion B) Economic aid and development assistance C) Cultural diplomacy and public relations D) International legal frameworks and treaties Answer: A) Military force and coercion 14. The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is an example of: A) Economic integration B) Collective security alliance C) International development organization D) Non-governmental organization (NGO) Answer: B) Collective security alliance 15. The concept of “neorealism” in IR, also known as structural realism, emphasizes: A) The distribution of power among states in the international system B) Economic cooperation and integration C) Cultural diversity and global citizenship D) Diplomatic negotiations and conflict resolution Answer: A) The distribution of power among states in the international system 16. The concept of “international law” in IR refers to: A) The legal system governing states’ interactions and responsibilities B) Economic regulations imposed by international financial institutions C) Military doctrines and strategies for global security D) Cultural norms and practices in diplomatic relations Answer: A) The legal system governing states’ interactions and responsibilities 17. Which international organization focuses on economic development and poverty reduction worldwide? A) International Monetary Fund (IMF) B) World Bank C) United Nations Security Council (UNSC) D) World Trade Organization (WTO) Answer: B) World Bank 18. The concept of “economic sanctions” in IR refers to: A) Military actions taken against a rogue state B) Diplomatic measures to promote peace and stability C) Economic penalties imposed on a state to change its behavior D) Cultural exchanges and international trade agreements Answer: C) Economic penalties imposed on a state to change its behavior 19. Which theory in IR argues that states cooperate to achieve common interests and goals? A) Realism B) Liberalism C) Marxism D) Constructivism Answer: B) Liberalism 20. The concept of “multipolarity” in IR refers to: A) The dominance of one superpower in the international system B) The distribution of power among several major states C) Economic integration across multiple continents D) Cultural diversity within international organizations Answer: B) The distribution of power among several major states 21. The concept of “non-state actors” in IR refers to: A) International organizations like the United Nations B) Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and multinational corporations (MNCs) C) Military alliances such as NATO D) Regional trade blocs and economic unions Answer: B) Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and multinational corporations (MNCs) 22. The concept of “preventive diplomacy” in IR refers to: A) Military interventions to restore peace in conflict zones B) Diplomatic efforts to prevent disputes from escalating into conflicts C) Economic sanctions imposed on rogue states D) Cultural exchanges to promote mutual understanding Answer: B) Diplomatic efforts to prevent disputes from escalating into conflicts 23. The concept of “regime theory” in IR refers to: A) The study of authoritarian regimes in international politics B) Institutional arrangements and norms that govern state interactions in specific issue areas C) The promotion of democratic governance worldwide D) The use of military alliances to maintain global stability Answer: B) Institutional arrangements and norms that govern state interactions in specific issue areas 24. The concept of “global governance” in IR refers to: A) The authority of international organizations to enforce laws and regulations B) Economic policies imposed by powerful states on weaker economies C) Military strategies to combat terrorism and extremism D) Cultural exchanges and diplomatic relations between states Answer: A) The authority of international organizations to enforce laws and regulations 25. The concept of “transnationalism” in IR refers to: A) The spread of democratic values and norms worldwide B) Economic integration and interconnectedness across borders C) Military alliances to counter global threats D) The promotion of human rights in international law Answer: B) Economic integration and interconnectedness across borders 26. The concept of “humanitarian intervention” in IR refers to: A) Military actions to protect civilians from mass atrocities B) Economic aid and development assistance to conflict zones C) Diplomatic negotiations to resolve international disputes D) Cultural exchanges and public diplomacy initiatives Answer: A) Military actions to protect civilians from mass atrocities 27. The concept of “public diplomacy” in IR refers to: A) Military strategies and defense alliances B) Cultural exchanges and international broadcasting C) Economic sanctions and trade agreements D) Diplomatic negotiations and peace treaties Answer: B) Cultural exchanges and international broadcasting 28. The concept of “international regimes” in IR refers to: A) Rules, norms, and procedures that govern international relations in specific issue areas B) Military alliances formed to counter global threats C) Economic blocs and trade agreements between states D) Cultural organizations and global initiatives Answer: A) Rules, norms, and procedures that govern international relations in specific issue areas 29. Which theory in IR emphasizes the role of ideas, beliefs, and identities in shaping state behavior? A) Realism B) Liberalism C) Constructivism D) Marxism Answer: C) Constructivism

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