Prelims 2016 · Economy · Question 7
'European Stability Mechanism', sometimes seen in the news, is an
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agency of EU that provides financial assistance to eurozone countries
- (a) Incorrect. The European Stability Mechanism (ESM) was not created for refugee management; it is a financial crisis-resolution mechanism.
- (b) Correct. The ESM provides financial assistance to euro area (eurozone) countries facing severe financing problems, to safeguard eurozone stability.
- (c) Incorrect. Trade agreements of the EU are handled through EU institutions like the European Commission, not the ESM.
- (d) Incorrect. The ESM is not a conflict-resolution body among member states; its role is financial stabilization.
Therefore, the correct answer is (b).