Solution of Chapter 4. Alternative Centres of Power (Contemporary World Politics Book)

Arrange the following in chronological order.

a. China’s accession to WTO

b. Establishment of the EEC

c. Establishment of the EU

d. Birth of ARF

The ‘ASEAN Way’

a. Reflects the lifestyle of ASEAN members

b. A form of interaction among ASEAN members that is informal and cooperative

c. The defense policy followed by the ASEAN members

d. The road that connects all the ASEAN members

Who among the following adopted an ‘open door’ policy?

a. China

b. EU

c. Japan

d. USA

Fill in the blanks:

a. The border conflict between China and India in 1962 was principally over _______ and ________ region.

b. ARF was established in the year _________.

c. China entered into bilateral relations with __________ (a major country) in 1972.

d. ____________ Plan influenced the establishment of the Organisation for European Economic Cooperation in 1948.

e. ___________ is the organisation of ASEAN that deals with security.

What are the objectives of establishing regional organisations?

How does geographical proximity influence the formation of regional organisations?

What are the components of the ASEAN Vision 2020?

Name the pillars and the objectives of the ASEAN Community.

In what ways does the present Chinese economy differ from its command economy?

How did the European countries resolve their post-Second World War problem? Briefly outline the attempts that led to the formation of the European Union.

What makes the European Union a highly influential regional organisation?

The emerging economies of China and India have great potential to challenge the unipolar world. Do you agree with the statement?

Substantiate your arguments.

The Peace and prosperity of countries lay in the establishment and strengthening of regional economic organisations. Justify this statement.

Identify the contentious issues between China and India. How could these be resolved for greater cooperation? Give your suggestions.