Q. With reference to the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad), consider the following statements:
1. It does not have a permanent secretariat or headquarters.
2. It functions as an informal strategic forum rather than a formal alliance.
3. The concept of ‘QUAD Plus’ refers to expanding QUAD membership to include more countries.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation –
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The Quad operates as an informal grouping without a permanent secretariat or headquarters. The Quad is described as an informal strategic forum comprising the United States, India, Japan, and Australia, and it does not operate as a formal alliance.
Statement 3 is incorrect. The “Quad Plus” refers to engaging non-member countries on specific issues without formally expanding the Quad’s membership. It involves flexible, issue-based cooperation with additional countries rather than a formal expansion.
Source: The Hindu
