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Consider the following pairs: Community sometimes mentioned in the news In the affairs of1. Kurd : Bangladesh2. Madhesi : Nepal3. Rohingya : Myanmar Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

a1 and 2
b2 only
c2 and 3
d3 only
✓ Correct answer: c) 2 and 3
ExplanationPair 1 is incorrect: The Kurdish people are a distinct ethnic group primarily inhabiting a region spanning parts of Turkey, Iran, Iraq, and Syria and not Bangladesh.They are the largest stateless nation in the world.While there are Kurdish diaspora communities in various countries, their historical and primary presence is not associated with Bangladesh.The Kurd- ish population has faced various challenges, including political persecution and struggles for autonomy, primarily within the aforementioned countries in the Middle East.Pair 2 is correct: Madhesi : Nepal The Madhesi people are an ethnic group residing predominantly in the southern plains of Nepal, also known as the Terai region.They have distinct cul- tural and linguistic identities, and their presence is a significant demographic factor in Nepal.The Madhesi community has of- ten played a crucial role in Nepali politics and has advocated for greater representation and rights.Their concerns have included issues related to citizenship, language, and representation in gov- ernment.International Relations and Current Aff

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