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World Geography and Politics

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World geography and politics cover international boundaries, significant global treaties, and organizations. It includes geopolitical relationships, Indian border lines, and international cooperative missions. These questions are vital for general studies and general awareness exam sections.

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World Geography and Politics Questions

Multiple choice

What was the name of the first Slovenian university?

  1. The University of Ljubljana

  2. The University of Maribor

  3. The University of Primorska

  4. The University of Nova Gorica
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The University of Ljubljana was founded in 1595 and is the oldest university in Slovenia.

Multiple choice

The JLF Soneva Fushi festival is a unique literary event held in which island nation?

  1. Sri Lanka

  2. Maldives

  3. Mauritius

  4. Seychelles
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The JLF Soneva Fushi festival is a collaboration between the Jaipur Literature Festival and the Soneva Fushi resort in the Maldives, offering a blend of literature, music, and cultural experiences.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a member of ASEAN?

  1. Indonesia

  2. Malaysia

  3. Singapore

  4. Japan
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Japan is not a member of ASEAN. Japan is a member of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), which is a regional economic cooperation agreement between 21 countries in the Asia-Pacific region.

Multiple choice

Which Asian country offers sports scholarships to international students?

  1. Singapore

  2. Malaysia

  3. Thailand

  4. Vietnam
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Singapore is known for its commitment to attracting talented athletes from around the world through its sports scholarship programs, which provide financial assistance and comprehensive support to help athletes excel in their chosen sports.

Multiple choice

Which country is a leading partner in the IGDP?

  1. United States

  2. China

  3. India

  4. Russia
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Explanation

The United States is a leading partner in the IGDP. It provides significant financial and technical support to the program and is home to several key IGDP research centers.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a Zonal Council?

  1. Northern Zonal Council

  2. Southern Zonal Council

  3. Eastern Zonal Council

  4. Central Zonal Council

  5. Western Zonal Council
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D Correct answer
Explanation

There are five Zonal Councils in India: Northern, Southern, Eastern, Western, and North-Eastern.

Multiple choice

Which Zonal Council was established last?

  1. Northern Zonal Council

  2. Southern Zonal Council

  3. Eastern Zonal Council

  4. Western Zonal Council

  5. North-Eastern Zonal Council
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E Correct answer
Explanation

The North-Eastern Zonal Council was established last in 1972.

Multiple choice

Which Zonal Council has the largest number of member states?

  1. Northern Zonal Council

  2. Southern Zonal Council

  3. Eastern Zonal Council

  4. Western Zonal Council

  5. North-Eastern Zonal Council
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Northern Zonal Council has the largest number of member states (9).

Multiple choice

Which Zonal Council has the smallest number of member states?

  1. Northern Zonal Council

  2. Southern Zonal Council

  3. Eastern Zonal Council

  4. Western Zonal Council

  5. North-Eastern Zonal Council
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E Correct answer
Explanation

The North-Eastern Zonal Council has the smallest number of member states (8).

Multiple choice

Which Indian diaspora community is known for its contributions to the business and finance sectors in Singapore?

  1. Indian Singaporeans

  2. Indian diaspora

  3. Singaporean Indians

  4. South Asian diaspora
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Explanation

The Indian Singaporeans diaspora community is known for its contributions to the business and finance sectors in Singapore.

Multiple choice

Which of the following countries was NOT a member of SEATO?

  1. United States

  2. Thailand

  3. Philippines

  4. India
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D Correct answer
Explanation

India was not a member of SEATO, as it pursued a policy of non-alignment and neutrality.

Multiple choice

Which of the following countries was NOT a member of CENTO?

  1. United States

  2. Iran

  3. Pakistan

  4. India
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D Correct answer
Explanation

India was not a member of CENTO, as it pursued a policy of non-alignment and neutrality.

Multiple choice

Which of the following countries was NOT a major battleground of the Cold War?

  1. Korea

  2. Vietnam

  3. Afghanistan

  4. India
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D Correct answer
Explanation

India was not a major battleground of the Cold War, as it pursued a policy of non-alignment and neutrality.

Multiple choice

Which of the following countries was NOT a major recipient of US aid during the Cold War?

  1. South Korea

  2. Taiwan

  3. Israel

  4. India
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D Correct answer
Explanation

India was not a major recipient of US aid during the Cold War, as it pursued a policy of non-alignment and neutrality.

Multiple choice

Which country shares the Sundarbans with India?

  1. Bangladesh

  2. Nepal

  3. Bhutan

  4. Sri Lanka
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Explanation

The Sundarbans is shared between India and Bangladesh.