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Question

What is "Party Gate Scandal of United Kingdom"? It is:

  1. Relates to illegal funding made to political parties in U.S.A. and U.K.
  2. Relates to flouting of Covid-19 norms by British P.M.’s Office
  3. Relates to labour party flouting the norms of Parliamentary behaviour
  4. Relates to conservative party flouting norms of Democratic behaviour

Answer:

Option B: Relates to flouting of Covid-19 norms by British P.M.’s Office

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Relates to flouting of Covid-19 norms by British P.M.’s Office”.

The scandal primarily involves allegations of breaking COVID-19 restrictions by UK government officials and Conservative Party staff who held parties and gatherings during the pandemic.

The investigation is ongoing, and its full impact on UK politics and leadership remains to be seen.