India-EU regional conference begins in New Delhi

Current Context: The India-EU regional conference has begun in New Delhi. This two-day event, held on August 21-22, brings together experts, policymakers, academia, and law enforcement officials from South Asia (including India, Bangladesh, Maldives, and Sri Lanka) and Europe.

• The theme of the India-EU regional conference is “Addressing Online Radicalisation and Countering the Exploitation of Online Spaces by Extremist and Terrorist Actors”.
• The conference aims to address current and emerging threats in online radicalisation and find ways to counter the exploitation of online spaces by extremist and terrorist actors.
• The event is part of ongoing counterterrorism engagements between the EU and India, focusing on enhancing dialogues and partnerships in the region.
• It aligns with the EU’s Indo-Pacific Strategy, which seeks deeper engagement with partners sharing common goals and challenges.

Question:

1 Which countries are participating in the India-EU Regional Conference?

• A) India, Bangladesh, Maldives, and Sri Lanka
• B) India, Pakistan, Nepal, and Bhutan
• C) India, Afghanistan, Myanmar, and Bhutan
• D) India, Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam

Answer: A) The conference involves South Asian countries, including India, Bangladesh, Maldives, and Sri Lanka, along with European partners, focusing on counterterrorism efforts.