1. Which organization is known as the "World Bank"?
IMF only
IBRD only
IBRD and IDA collectively
IFC and MIGA collectively
Explanation:
The World Bank consists of two institutions: the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) and the International Development Association (IDA).
2. Which arm of the World Bank Group specifically provides interest-free loans (credits) and grants to the poorest countries?
IFC (International Finance Corporation)
IDA (International Development Association)
IBRD (International Bank for Reconstruction and Development)
MIGA (Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency)
Explanation:
IDA is known as the "soft loan window" of the World Bank. It offers concessional loans with zero or very low interest rates and long repayment periods to the world's poorest developing countries.
3. The "Most Favored Nation" (MFN) principle under WTO implies:
Giving preference to neighboring countries only.
Zero tariffs for developed nations.
Treating all trading partners equally without discrimination.
Granting special privileges to one specific nation.
Explanation:
MFN status means that if a country grants a trade advantage (like lower tariffs) to one WTO member, it must immediately grant the same advantage to all other WTO members. It prevents discrimination.
4. Which grouping is often referred to as the "Bretton Woods Twins"?
ADB and NDB
G20 and G7
UN and WTO
IMF and World Bank
Explanation:
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank (IBRD) were both created at the Bretton Woods Conference in 1944, hence the name.