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OPSC OCS 2023 · Question 15 of 97

Which of the following statements are correct in respect of 'Alliance of Sahel States'? (1) It is a Confederation formed between three countries namely Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso (2) It originated as a Mutual Defence Pact created on 15th November, 2021 (3) All the three member States are former members of the East African Community". (4) The Confederation was established on 6th July 2024

Current Affairs

  1. A1 and 2
  2. B3 and 4
  3. C2 and 3
  4. D1 and 4Correct

Answer: D. 1 and 4

Explanation

The Alliance of Sahel States (ASS) is a confederation formed between Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso, formed in September 2023 as a mutual defense pact following the 2023 Nigerien crisis. The three member states are former ECOWAS members and currently under junta control.

Source: OPSC OCS Prelims 2023 GS Paper-I; answers per Apti Plus unofficial key

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