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Q. With reference to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), consider the following statements:
1.It was established in 1967 through the Bangkok Declaration.
2.Its headquarters is located in Jakarta, Indonesia.
3.India is one of its founding members.
How many of the statements given above are correct?

[A] Only one

[B] Only two

[C] All three

[D] None

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation: Statements 1 and 2 are correct. India is not a founding member of ASEAN; the founding members are Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand.

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