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World Geography and Capitals

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World geography questions test knowledge of country capitals, state capitals, and the headquarters of global organizations. This hub provides extensive practice on locations like Grenada, Illinois, and the World Bank. These are highly common in SSC, banking, and railway examinations.

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World Geography and Capitals Questions

Multiple choice
  1. New Delhi

  2. New York

  3. Geneva

  4. None of the above

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C Correct answer
Explanation

The World Trade Organization has its headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. Geneva is home to numerous international organizations including the WTO, WHO, ILO, and others, making it a major center of international governance.

Multiple choice
  1. Geneva

  2. Paris

  3. London

  4. New Delhi

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations for meteorology, climate, hydrology, and water resources. Its headquarters is located in Geneva, Switzerland. Paris is the headquarters of UNESCO, London is not the HQ of any major UN specialized agency in this context, and New Delhi is the capital of India.

Multiple choice
  1. New Delhi

  2. Rome

  3. Paris

  4. The Hague

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The International Criminal Court (ICC) is headquartered in The Hague, Netherlands. The Hague is known as the 'city of peace and justice' and hosts several international legal institutions. Rome was where the Rome Statute was adopted in 1998, but the Court itself is located in The Hague. Paris and New Delhi are not the seat of the ICC.

Multiple choice
  1. U.S.A.

  2. U.K

  3. France

  4. Germany

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

INTERPOL's headquarters is located in Lyon, France. The organization moved there from its original location in Paris and has remained in France since.

Multiple choice
  1. Netherlands

  2. Spain

  3. France

  4. Switzerland

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D Correct answer
Explanation

The International Road Federation is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, representing road transportation professionals worldwide. It advocates for safe and sustainable road infrastructure development globally.

Multiple choice
  1. Washington D.C.

  2. London

  3. Geneva

  4. Sweden

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A Correct answer
Explanation

The International Telecommunication Satellite Organisation (INTELSAT) was originally established in Washington D.C., maintaining a significant presence in the United States. This location enabled close collaboration with global satellite communications partners during the Cold War era.

Multiple choice
  1. New Delhi, Havana

  2. Daka, Damascus

  3. Moscow

  4. All of the above

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D Correct answer
Explanation

The World Federation of Trade Unions has regional offices in New Delhi (Asia), Havana (Latin America), Damascus (Middle East), and Moscow (historical headquarters). These locations reflect its global presence spanning multiple continents and political ideologies.

Multiple choice
  1. Bangkok

  2. Kolalampur

  3. Tokyo

  4. Siam

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Bangkok is the capital and largest city of Thailand, known as 'Krung Thep' in Thai. It has been Thailand's political, economic, and cultural center since 1782. Kuala Lumpur is Malaysia's capital, Tokyo is Japan's capital, and 'Siam' was Thailand's old name, not a city.

Multiple choice
  1. Ohio

  2. Tennessee

  3. Yukron

  4. Potomac

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Washington D.C., the capital of the USA, is situated on the banks of the Potomac River. The Potomac forms part of the border between Maryland and Virginia, and the city was strategically located along this important waterway. The other options - Ohio, Tennessee, and Yukon - are major American rivers but none border the capital city.

Multiple choice
  1. Geneva

  2. The Hague

  3. Vienna

  4. Rome

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The International Court of Justice (ICJ), the principal judicial organ of the UN, is located at The Peace Palace in The Hague, Netherlands. It settles disputes between states and gives advisory opinions.