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Question
During the Cold War period, the smaller states joined the two alliances to get ______ and ______.
- The promise of protection against local rivals
- Membership of the UN Security Council
- Economic aid for self-defense
Choose the correct option.
Options
(i) and (ii)
(ii) and (iii)
(i) and (iii)
(i), (ii) and (iii)
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Solution
(i) and (iii)
During the Cold War period, the smaller states joined the two alliances to get The promise of protection against local rivals and Membership of the UN Security Council.
Explanation:
- Promise of defense against regional rivals: To combat regional or local dangers, smaller states looked for military and strategic defense.
- Economic and self-defense: They also formed partnerships to bolster their defenses and receive financial assistance.
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