Question

Read the following statements:
1. Russia supports President Assad of Syria.
2. Saudi Arabia opposes President Assad of Syria.
3. Iran supports President Assad.
4. The United President Assad.
Which of the above statements are true?

• A. 1 and 2 only
• B. 1, 2 and 3 only
• C. 1, 2, 3, and 4
• D. 2 and 3 only
• E. 2, 3 and 4 only

Hint:

When evaluating GK/current affairs statements, eliminate those that are factually inconsistent or misprinted. Focus on international alignments that are well established — Russia and Iran support Assad, while Saudi Arabia and the US oppose him.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Check statement 1.
Russia has been a long-time ally of Syria and has consistently supported President Bashar al-Assad militarily and diplomatically.
\(\Rightarrow\) Statement 1 is true.
Step 2: Check statement 2.
Saudi Arabia has historically opposed Assad, supporting opposition groups instead.
\(\Rightarrow\) Statement 2 is true.
Step 3: Check statement 3.
Iran is one of Assad’s strongest allies, providing financial and military support.
\(\Rightarrow\) Statement 3 is true.
Step 4: Check statement 4.
“The United President Assad” is factually incorrect and meaningless. Likely a misprint meant to refer to the “United States,” which opposes Assad. As written, it is false.
Thus, the true statements are 1, 2, and 3 only.
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