Q. Consider the following statements regarding Community of Portuguese Language Countries (CPLP)
1. It is an international organization and political association of Lusophone nations where Portuguese is an official language.
2. India has joined the CPLP as Associate Observer in this year.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Minister for External Affairs said that India has joined the Community of Portuguese Language Countries, CPLP as Associate Observer in July this year. this sets a new platform for strengthening India’s historic bonds of friendship with Lusophone countries. 

About CPLP: 

  •  The Community of Portuguese Language Countries (CPLP) is also known as the Lusophone Commonwealth. 
  • It is an international organization and political association of Lusophone nations across four continents, where Portuguese is an official language. 
  • The CPLP consists of 9 member states and 32 associate observers, located in Europe, South America, Asia, Africa and Oceania, totaling 37 countries and 4 organizations. 
  • It was founded in 1996, in Lisbon. 

Source: All India Radio