State whether the following statements are true or false with reason :

1.	State whether the following statements are true or false with reason :'Maastricht' Treaty was signed for the defence of Europe.
Answer» This statement is False. (i). On 7th February 1992, the Maastricht Treaty was signed to create the European Union. (ii). This treaty led to the expansion of spheres of cooperation in internal affairs, foreign policies and defence policies.

State whether the following statements are true or false with reason :'Maastricht' Treaty was signed for the defence of Europe.

Answer»

This statement is False.

(i). On 7th February 1992, the Maastricht Treaty was signed to create the European Union.

(ii). This treaty led to the expansion of spheres of cooperation in internal affairs, foreign policies and defence policies.