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Group of Seven (G7)

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Phase IFoundation

Background

Overview

The G7 represents a significant platform for coordination among major global powers, influencing international policy on economic, security, and environmental issues. Understanding its role, evolution, and impact is crucial for analyzing global governance and India's engagement with multilateral forums.

The Group of Seven (G7) is an intergovernmental political forum consisting of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States, plus the European Union as a permanent guest. It was initially formed in 1975 as the Group of Six to address global economic challenges among leading industrialised democracies.

Phase IIStatic core

Facts & tables

Key facts

Formation and Evolution

Formed in 1975 (as G6), became G7 in 1976 with Canada's inclusion. Evolved from primarily economic coordination to addressing broader geopolitical, security, and global issues.

Membership Changes

Russia joined in 1998, forming the G8, but was expelled in 2014 following the annexation of Crimea, reverting the grouping to G7.

Current Focus Areas

Addresses global issues such as climate change, pandemic preparedness, energy security, critical minerals, and preservation of supply chains.

India's Engagement

India is a frequent invitee to G7 summit meetings and consultations, highlighting its growing global role.

Reference table

Static syllabus anchors

TypeReference
Conceptual areaInternational Relations
Phase IIIExam lens

Prelims angle

Overview

Prelims angle: Factual recall

Prelims angle: Multi-statement analysis

Quick revision

  • Established as G6 in 1975, became G7 in 1976.
  • Members: US, UK, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Canada (EU as guest).
  • Initially economic, now addresses geopolitics, climate, security, supply chains.
  • Russia was part of G8 (1998-2014), expelled after Crimea annexation.
  • India frequently invited to summits, highlighting its growing global role.

High-confidence PYQs

2026Factual recall, Multi-statement analysis

Which of the following countries are members of the European Union ? 1. Belarus 2. Poland 3. Germany 4. Switzerland Select the answer using the code given ...

International RelationsOpen question

Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists : | List I (BIMSTEC Centre/Establishment) | List II (Location) | |---|-...

International RelationsOpen question
2026Factual recall, Multi-statement analysis

Which of the following countries are members of the European Union ? 1. Belarus 2. Poland 3. Germany 4. Switzerland Select the answer using the code given ...

International RelationsOpen question

Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists : | List I (BIMSTEC Centre/Establishment) | List II (Location) | |---|-...

International RelationsOpen question
2025Multi-statement analysis, Factual recall

Consider the following statements with regard to BRICS: I. 16th BRICS Summit was held under the Chairship of Russia in Kazan. II. Indonesia has become a ful...

International RelationsOpen question

Consider the following countries: I. Austria II. Bulgaria III. Croatia IV. Serbia V. Sweden VI. North Macedonia How many of the above are members of the No...

International RelationsOpen question
2025Factual recall, Multi-statement analysis

Consider the following statements with regard to BRICS: I. 16th BRICS Summit was held under the Chairship of Russia in Kazan. II. Indonesia has become a ful...

International RelationsOpen question

Consider the following countries: I. Austria II. Bulgaria III. Croatia IV. Serbia V. Sweden VI. North Macedonia How many of the above are members of the No...

International RelationsOpen question
2024Multi-statement analysis, Factual recall

Consider the following pairs : Country | Reason for being in the news| |- | -| |1. Argentina | Worst economic crisis| |2. Sudan | War between the country's ...

International RelationsOpen question
2022Multi-statement analysis, Factual recall

With reference to the “United Nations Credentials Committee”, consider the following statements: 1. It is a committee set up by the UN Security Council and w...

International RelationsOpen question
2015Factual recall, Multi-statement analysis

Consider the following countries - 1. China 2. France 3. India 4. Israel 5. Pakistan Which among the above are Nuclear Weapons States as recognized by the T...

International RelationsOpen question
2014Multi-statement analysis, Factual recall

With reference to a grouping of countries known as BRICS, consider the following statements: 1. The First Summit of BRICS was held in Rio de Janeiro in 2009....

International RelationsOpen question

Topic timeline

International Relations
Prelims 2014· Multi-statement analysis, Factual recall

With reference to a grouping of countries known as BRICS, consider the following statements: 1. The First Summit of BRICS was held in Rio de Janeiro in 2009....

Open question
Prelims 2015· Factual recall, Multi-statement analysis

Consider the following countries - 1. China 2. France 3. India 4. Israel 5. Pakistan Which among the above are Nuclear Weapons States as recognized by the T...

Open question
Prelims 2022· Multi-statement analysis, Factual recall

With reference to the “United Nations Credentials Committee”, consider the following statements: 1. It is a committee set up by the UN Security Council and w...

Open question
Prelims 2024· Multi-statement analysis, Factual recall

Consider the following pairs : Country | Reason for being in the news| |- | -| |1. Argentina | Worst economic crisis| |2. Sudan | War between the country's ...

Open question
Prelims 2025· Multi-statement analysis, Factual recall

Consider the following statements with regard to BRICS: I. 16th BRICS Summit was held under the Chairship of Russia in Kazan. II. Indonesia has become a ful...

Open question

Consider the following countries: I. Austria II. Bulgaria III. Croatia IV. Serbia V. Sweden VI. North Macedonia How many of the above are members of the No...

Open question
Prelims 2025· Factual recall, Multi-statement analysis

Consider the following statements with regard to BRICS: I. 16th BRICS Summit was held under the Chairship of Russia in Kazan. II. Indonesia has become a ful...

Open question

Consider the following countries: I. Austria II. Bulgaria III. Croatia IV. Serbia V. Sweden VI. North Macedonia How many of the above are members of the No...

Open question
Prelims 2026· Factual recall, Multi-statement analysis

Which of the following countries are members of the European Union ? 1. Belarus 2. Poland 3. Germany 4. Switzerland Select the answer using the code given ...

Open question

Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists : | List I (BIMSTEC Centre/Establishment) | List II (Location) | |---|-...

Open question
Prelims 2026· Factual recall, Multi-statement analysis

Which of the following countries are members of the European Union ? 1. Belarus 2. Poland 3. Germany 4. Switzerland Select the answer using the code given ...

Open question

Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists : | List I (BIMSTEC Centre/Establishment) | List II (Location) | |---|-...

Open question

Group of Seven | A platform for the globalised elite

21 Jun 2026 · The G7 is an intergovernmental forum of leading industrialised democracies, established in 1975 to coordinate responses to global economic and later, geopolitical and environmental challenges, with India often participating as an invitee.

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