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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 Chinese astronomer who wrote a book on Indian astronomy and introduced Indian astronomical methods to China?

  1. Li Chunfeng

  2. Zhang Yixing

  3. Guo Shoujing

  4. Shen Kuo
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Explanation

Li Chunfeng was a Chinese astronomer who wrote a book on Indian astronomy called the 'Kaiyuan Zhanjing'. This book introduced Indian astronomical methods and concepts to China and had a significant impact on the development of Chinese astronomy.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the Chinese astronomer who introduced the Indian calendar system to China and reformed the Chinese calendar?

  1. Guo Shoujing

  2. Shen Kuo

  3. Wang Xizhi

  4. Li Chunfeng
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Explanation

Guo Shoujing was a Chinese astronomer who introduced the Indian calendar system to China and reformed the Chinese calendar. He also made significant contributions to astronomy, mathematics, and engineering.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the treaty that was signed between India and China in 1954 that defined the border between the two countries in the Himalayas?

  1. The Panchsheel Agreement

  2. The Simla Agreement

  3. The McMahon Line Agreement

  4. The Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation
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The Panchsheel Agreement was signed between India and China in 1954 and defined the border between the two countries in the Himalayas.

Multiple choice

Which country has the largest share of India's electricity imports?

  1. Bhutan

  2. Nepal

  3. Bangladesh

  4. Myanmar
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Bhutan has the largest share of India's electricity imports.

Multiple choice

Which of the following languages is spoken in a region with a monsoon climate?

  1. English

  2. Hindi

  3. Swahili

  4. French
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Hindi is spoken in India, which has a monsoon climate.

Multiple choice

Which country was the first to recognize India's independence?

  1. United States

  2. Soviet Union

  3. United Kingdom

  4. Canada
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Soviet Union was the first country to recognize India's independence on August 15, 1947.

Multiple choice

What is the name of India's foreign service?

  1. Indian Foreign Service (IFS)

  2. United States Foreign Service

  3. British Foreign Service

  4. French Foreign Service
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India's foreign service is known as the Indian Foreign Service (IFS).

Multiple choice

Which US state is a major importer of Indian textiles?

  1. California

  2. Texas

  3. New York

  4. Florida
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Explanation

California is a major importer of Indian textiles, due to its large population and fashion industry.

Multiple choice

Which Indian diplomatic initiative aims to promote peace and cooperation among countries in the Indian Ocean region?

  1. Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA)

  2. South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)

  3. Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC)

  4. Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)
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Explanation

The Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) is a diplomatic initiative that aims to promote peace and cooperation among countries in the Indian Ocean region. It was established in 1997 and has 23 member states.

Multiple choice

Which Indian diplomatic initiative aims to promote economic cooperation and integration among countries in the South Asian region?

  1. Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA)

  2. South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)

  3. Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC)

  4. Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) is a diplomatic initiative that aims to promote economic cooperation and integration among countries in the South Asian region. It was established in 1985 and has eight member states.

Multiple choice

Which Indian diplomatic initiative aims to promote economic cooperation and integration among countries in the Bay of Bengal region?

  1. Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA)

  2. South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)

  3. Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC)

  4. Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) is a diplomatic initiative that aims to promote economic cooperation and integration among countries in the Bay of Bengal region. It was established in 1997 and has seven member states.

Multiple choice

Which country has been involved in a major corruption scandal involving the sale of military equipment?

  1. South Africa

  2. India

  3. Pakistan

  4. Bangladesh
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Explanation

South Africa has been involved in a major corruption scandal involving the sale of military equipment, known as the Arms Deal scandal, which involved billions of dollars in bribes and kickbacks.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a member economy of APEC?

  1. Australia

  2. Canada

  3. India

  4. Russia
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Russia is not a member economy of APEC.

Multiple choice

Who is the founder of Aikido?

  1. Morihei Ueshiba

  2. Kisshomaru Ueshiba

  3. Mitsuteru Ueshiba

  4. Moriteru Ueshiba
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Explanation

Morihei Ueshiba is the founder of Aikido and is considered the "Father of Aikido".

Multiple choice

Mohenjo-daro, the largest city of the Indus Valley Civilization, is located in which present-day country?

  1. India

  2. Pakistan

  3. Afghanistan

  4. Iran
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Mohenjo-daro is located in the Sindh province of Pakistan.