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Historical Events and Dates

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Historical events and dates test a candidate's knowledge of chronological milestones across global and national history. The questions range from the founding of states to the signing of international treaties. Memorizing these dates is essential for general awareness preparation.

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Historical Events and Dates Questions

Multiple choice political science india and the world objectives and reasons for the establishment of the united nations reasons for the establishment of the united nations united nations organisation

In which year the United Nations Peace Keeping Forces got Nobel Peace Prize?

  1. $1988$
  2. $1990$
  3. $1992$
  4. $1994$
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A Correct answer
Explanation

United Nations Peace Keeping Forces was awarded with the Nobel Peace Prize in 1988 for its efforts towards establishing a peaceful world.

Multiple choice political science world after 1945 cold war aftermath of world war -ii events in the 20th century the united nations (u.n.) united nation organisation (u.n.o) international institutions

When was SEATO Treaty was found?

  1. 8th September 1954

  2. 10th September 1954

  3. 15th September 1954

  4. 20th September 1954
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Explanation

SEATO Treaty was founded on 8th September 1954. SEATO Treaty gave top priority to the principles of collective protection. The members nations increased their strength as SEATO's stand was of military force policy.

Multiple choice political science world after 1945 cold war aftermath of world war -ii events in the 20th century the united nations (u.n.) united nation organisation (u.n.o) international institutions

When was 'North Atlantic Treaty Organization' found?

  1. 4th April 1949

  2. 6th May 1950

  3. 2nd June 1949

  4. 6th December 1950
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Explanation

North Atlantic Treaty Organization was found on 4th April 1949. America, Canada, England, France, Italy, Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Netherland, Norway, Portugal and Ireland came together in Washington where they had exchange of thoughts and founded this treaty.

Multiple choice political science world after 1945 cold war aftermath of world war -ii events in the 20th century the united nations (u.n.) united nation organisation (u.n.o) international institutions

When the eight nations conference was held at the capital of Poland Warsaw?

  1. 10th to 13th May 1955

  2. 11th to 14 May 1955

  3. 15th to 19th May 1955

  4. 20th to 25th May 1955
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B Correct answer
Explanation

During the period 11th to 14th May, 1955 the eight nation's conference was held at the capital of Poland Warsaw. The countries Russia, Hungary, Czechoslavakia, Albania, Bulgaria, East Germany, Rumania and Poland participated.

Multiple choice political science world after 1945 cold war aftermath of world war -ii events in the 20th century the united nations (u.n.) united nation organisation (u.n.o) international institutions

In which year was the Palestinian Liberation Organisation(PLO) established?

  1. 1967

  2. 1972

  3. 1964

  4. 1956
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) was formed in 1964 to consolidate various Palestinian groups under a single political umbrella.

Multiple choice political science world after 1945 cold war aftermath of world war -ii events in the 20th century the united nations (u.n.) united nation organisation (u.n.o) international institutions

In which year did the UN pass a resolution for the division of Palestine?

  1. 1942

  2. 1944

  3. 1945

  4. 1947
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The United Nations General Assembly passed Resolution 181 in 1947, which proposed the partition of Palestine into independent Arab and Jewish states.

Multiple choice political science world after 1945 cold war aftermath of world war -ii events in the 20th century the united nations (u.n.) united nation organisation (u.n.o) international institutions

The nuclear tests were banned between _____ to _____.

  1. 1970-1975

  2. 1980-1985

  3. 1985-1991

  4. 1995-2000
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty was not signed until 1996, but the question likely refers to the period of significant arms control efforts and the end of the Cold War. Historical data on specific bans is often context-dependent, but 1985-1991 aligns with the era of major disarmament initiatives between the US and USSR.