Israel established diplomatic relations with Arab states; Arab Peace Initiative signed by Israel and Arab League
Question
Consider the following statements: Statement-I: Israel has established diplomatic relations with some Arab States. Statement-II: The 'Arab Peace Initiative' mediated by Saudi Arabia was signed by Israel and Arab League. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Options
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct
Explanation
Statement-I is correct; through treaties like the Abraham Accords, Israel has formalized diplomatic relations with Arab states such as the UAE, Bahrain, and Morocco. Statement-II is incorrect; the 2002 'Arab Peace Initiative' was proposed by the Arab League but was never signed or accepted by Israel due to disagreements over borders and refugees.
Answer: (c).
Question details
Year
2023
Paper
GS Paper 1
Question
Q94
Subject
International Relations
Sub-topic
Bilateral & Strategic Relations
Type
Assertion-Reason
Difficulty
Medium
Nature
Current-affairs-linked
Source hint
Middle East Abraham Accords / Arab Peace Initiative Diplomacy 2022
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