Consider the following statements regarding Indias advocacy for a permanent seat in the United Nations Security Council : 1. India is the largest democracy in the world. 2. India is among the top five largest growing economies in the world. 3. India has b

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Q: 101 (CDS-I/2011)
Consider the following statements regarding Indias advocacy for a permanent seat in the United Nations Security Council :
1. India is the largest democracy in the world.
2. India is among the top five largest growing economies in the world.
3. India has been the largest contributor to the United Nations Peacekeeping Forces.
4. India is one of the top ten contributors of the United Nations Budget.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

question_subject: 

General Knowledge

question_exam: 

CDS-I

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The correct answer to the question is option 2, which means that statements 1 and 2 only are correct. Let`s analyze each statement to understand why this is the correct answer.

Statement 1: India is the largest democracy in the world.

This statement is correct. India has the largest population of any democratic country, with over 1.3 billion people. Its democratic system is known for its diverse and vibrant political landscape.

Statement 2: India is among the top five largest growing economies in the world.

This statement is also correct. India has emerged as one of the fastest-growing major economies in recent years. It has consistently ranked among the top five largest growing economies, driven by factors such as a young workforce, a large consumer market, and ongoing economic reforms.

Statement 3: India has been the largest contributor to the United Nations Peacekeeping Forces.

This statement is incorrect. While India has been actively involved in UN peacekeeping missions and has contributed significant troops, it is not the largest contributor. Countries like Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Ethiopia have historically contributed more troops to UN peacekeeping missions.

Statement 4: India is one of the top ten contributors of the United Nations Budget.

This statement is also incorrect. India`s contribution to the United Nations budget is