UPSC 2015: With reference to 'Indian Ocean Rim Association for Regional Cooperation (IOR-ARC)', consider the following statements: 1. It was established very recently in response to incidents of piracy and accidents of oil spills. 2. It is an alliance meant for maritime security only.

The correct answer is option (d): Neither 1 nor 2. Watch the detailed video explanation in our Sherlocking Prelims course on UnlockIAS.

This question was asked in UPSC CSE Prelims 2015, GS Paper 1, as Question 67. It falls under Current Affairs > International Organisations & Groupings.

This question is rated "moderate". It requires sound conceptual understanding of the topic.

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