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?
- A.Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
- B.Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
- C.Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
- D.Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct
▶ Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: C. Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
Statement-I is correct because Israel has indeed established diplomatic relations with several Arab nations, notably through the Abraham Accords, involving countries like the UAE, Bahrain, Sudan, and Morocco. Statement-II is incorrect because the Arab Peace Initiative, while mediated by Saudi Arabia, has never been signed by Israel, nor has it been adopted as a unified stance by the entire Arab League for direct negotiation with Israel.
Source: UPSC gs1 2023