Question

NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organisation) formed in 1949, was an association of how many states?

• A. 14 states
• B. 12 states
• C. 15 states
• D. 11 states

Hint:

NATO was initially a collective defense organization against Soviet aggression, but its role has evolved to include crisis management, cooperative security, and partnerships beyond Europe.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

NATO was established on April 4, 1949, with 12 founding member states. The original signatories were countries from North America and Western Europe who came together to form a collective defense organization. NATO's formation was a response to the growing influence of the Soviet Union and the threat of communist expansion during the early stages of the Cold War.
Expansion of NATO: Since its founding, NATO's membership has expanded to include numerous other countries, especially after the end of the Cold War, with a focus on integrating former Warsaw Pact members and former Soviet republics.