U.S. Russia Agreement on a Ceasefire in Syria

1) Which of the following statements is/are incorrect with respect to U.S.-Russia agreement on a ceasefire in Syria?

a) The agreement leads to a U.S. - Russian counter terrorism alliance to fight against IS and al-Qaeda linked militants in Syria.
b) The agreement is based on mechanism of intelligence sharing and targeting coordination.
c) Both a and b
d) Neither a nor b

2) Recently, an agreement has been reached between Russia and the United States in Geneva on a ceasefire in Syria. Consider the following statements :

i) Under this agreement, Russia will prevent the regime of President Bashar al-Assad from bombing rebel-held areas.

ii)  Under this agreement, U.S. will join hands with Russia in the fight against jihadist groups, including the Islamic State.

Which of the above statements is/are correct with respect to the agreement?

a) i only
b) Both i and ii
c) ii only
d) Neither i nor ii

3) U.S.-Russia agreement on a ceasefire in Syria is based on the broad framework of 'Putin Plan', made public a year ago. Which of the following was sought by Russia through this plan?

a) Syrian Statehood be restored.
b) International cooperation of major powers in the fight against the jihadists.
c) Both a and b
d) Neither a nor b

Answer

1) d
2) b
3) c