Practice 3 Energy Security multiple-choice questions with detailed answers and explanations. Ideal for RAS/RPSC exam preparation.
Q1. The Strait of Hormuz, which became a geopolitical flashpoint in early 2026, connects which two water bodies?
Explanation
The Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman, which then leads to the Arabian Sea. Approximately 20% of global oil supply transits through this narrow waterway, making it critical for global energy security.
Q2. What percentage of India's LPG imports come from the Middle East, exposing vulnerability during the Hormuz crisis?
Explanation
India imports 85% of its LPG from the Middle East, and the Hormuz crisis exposed the country's vulnerability to geopolitical disruptions in energy supply chains. During the crisis, India began diverting LPG from industrial users (hotels, restaurants) to prioritise household supplies.
Q3. The Strait of Hormuz, where Indian commercial ships are stranded, handles approximately what share of global oil trade?
Explanation
The Strait of Hormuz handles roughly 20% of global oil trade, making any disruption critical for energy security including India's.
Sign up free to practice all questions with detailed explanations and track your progress.
Continue your International Relations preparation with these related topics.
4 questions
4 questions
4 questions
4 questions
2 questions
2 questions
2 questions
2 questions
2 questions
2 questions
1 questions
1 questions
1 questions
1 questions
1 questions
1 questions
1 questions
1 questions
1 questions
1 questions
1 questions
1 questions
1 questions
Create a free account to access all Energy Security MCQs, get detailed explanations, and track your progress across every subject.
