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World Facts and Geography

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World facts and geography encompass global statistics, technological history, and international political systems. This includes facts about research, natural resources, and democratic structures worldwide. Such questions are common in the general awareness papers of SSC, UPSC, and banking exams.

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World Facts and Geography Questions

Multiple choice

Which country provided the most agricultural support to India during the independence movement?

  1. United States

  2. Soviet Union

  3. China

  4. United Kingdom
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The United States provided the most agricultural support to India during the independence movement, including the provision of food aid and the introduction of new agricultural technologies.

Multiple choice

Which country has the longest coastline in the Indian Ocean region?

  1. India

  2. Indonesia

  3. Australia

  4. South Africa
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Indonesia has the longest coastline in the Indian Ocean region.

Multiple choice

Which country is not a member of the Southern African Development Community (SADC)?

  1. South Africa

  2. Namibia

  3. Botswana

  4. Zimbabwe
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Zimbabwe is not a member of SADC.

Multiple choice

Which country is not a member of the East African Community (EAC)?

  1. Kenya

  2. Uganda

  3. Tanzania

  4. Rwanda
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Rwanda is not a member of the EAC.

Multiple choice

Which country is generally credited with the first formal school for the deaf?

  1. France

  2. Italy

  3. Spain

  4. England
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Explanation

The first formal school for the deaf was established in Paris, France, in 1760 by the Abbe Charles-Michel de l'Epee.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the annual cherry blossom festival held in Washington, D.C.?

  1. National Cherry Blossom Festival

  2. Sakura Matsuri

  3. Hanami

  4. Cherry Blossom Jubilee
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Explanation

The National Cherry Blossom Festival is held annually in Washington, D.C. to celebrate the blooming of the cherry blossom trees.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the annual tulip festival held in Ottawa, Canada?

  1. Canadian Tulip Festival

  2. Keukenhof Tulip Festival

  3. Skagit Valley Tulip Festival

  4. Woodburn Tulip Festival
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Explanation

The Canadian Tulip Festival is an annual tulip festival held in Ottawa, Canada.

Multiple choice

Which country has been accused of using public funds for personal gain and engaging in nepotism?

  1. China

  2. Russia

  3. Turkey

  4. Saudi Arabia
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Explanation

China has been criticized for its lack of transparency and accountability, and there have been allegations of corruption at high levels of government.

Multiple choice

Which country has been involved in several high-profile corruption scandals, including the Petrobras scandal and the Lava Jato investigation?

  1. Brazil

  2. Argentina

  3. Chile

  4. Colombia
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Brazil has been plagued by corruption scandals in recent years, which have led to the impeachment of former President Dilma Rousseff.

Multiple choice

Which country has been accused of using its economic power to influence other countries and promote its own interests?

  1. United States

  2. China

  3. Russia

  4. European Union
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Explanation

The United States has been accused of using its economic power to influence other countries and promote its own interests.

Multiple choice

Which country has a unicameral legislature?

  1. United States

  2. United Kingdom

  3. France

  4. Germany
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The United Kingdom has a unicameral legislature, meaning that it has only one chamber of parliament.

Multiple choice

Which country is predicted to become the world's second largest economy by 2050?

  1. India

  2. United States

  3. Japan

  4. Germany
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A Correct answer
Explanation

India is expected to become the world's second largest economy by 2050, according to a report by the International Monetary Fund.

Multiple choice

Which country is predicted to become the world's third largest economy by 2050?

  1. Japan

  2. Germany

  3. Indonesia

  4. United Kingdom
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Japan is expected to become the world's third largest economy by 2050, according to a report by the International Monetary Fund.

Multiple choice

Which country is considered to be the most technologically advanced in the world?

  1. United States

  2. Japan

  3. China

  4. Germany
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Explanation

The United States is considered to be the most technologically advanced country in the world, with a large and innovative technology sector.

Multiple choice

Which country is considered to be the most environmentally friendly in the world?

  1. Sweden

  2. Denmark

  3. Finland

  4. Norway
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Explanation

Sweden is considered to be the most environmentally friendly country in the world, with a strong focus on sustainability and environmental protection.