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Q255. With reference to Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), consider the following statements: 1. AIIB has more than 80 member nations. 2. India is the largest shareholder in AIIB. 3. AlIB does not have any members from outside Asia. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), consider the following statements:

  1. AIIB has more than 80 member nations.
  2. India is the largest shareholder in AIIB.
  3. AlIB does not have any members from outside Asia.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Select the correct option below (or cross out options to eliminate)

Official Answer Key & Detailed Solution

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Official UPSC Answer KeyUPSC Prelims 2019 • Indian Economy

Correct Answer: Option (A) — 1 only

Concept & Option Breakdown

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  • Statement 1 is correct: AIIB currently has over 100 approved member nations globally.
  • Statement 2 is incorrect: China is the largest shareholder and holds the highest voting power (around 26.5%), while India is the second-largest shareholder (around 7.5%).
  • Statement 3 is incorrect: AIIB includes non-regional members from Europe, Africa, North America, and South America (e.g., UK, France, Germany, Canada).
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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2019 (Q255)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicIndian Economy → Indian Economic Planning & Growth
Official Answer KeyOption (A) — 1 only

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