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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

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

  1. Bhutan

  2. Nepal

  3. Bangladesh

  4. Myanmar
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A Correct answer
Explanation

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

Multiple choice

Which country is known for its rich and flavorful curries, including the popular 'massaman curry' and 'green curry'?

  1. Thailand

  2. Vietnam

  3. India

  4. Indonesia
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Explanation

Thailand is renowned for its diverse and flavorful curries, including 'massaman curry', 'green curry', 'red curry', and 'yellow curry'.

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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Explanation

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

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

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.

Multiple choice

In which country has India contributed the most troops to a United Nations peacekeeping mission?

  1. Congo

  2. Lebanon

  3. Cyprus

  4. Somalia
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Explanation

India has contributed the most troops to a United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Congo, with over 100,000 troops serving in the country since 1960.

Multiple choice

Which country in Asia has been successful in implementing decentralization, leading to improved governance, increased transparency, and enhanced public service delivery?

  1. China

  2. India

  3. Indonesia

  4. Philippines
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Indonesia has made significant progress in decentralization, resulting in improved governance, increased transparency, and enhanced public service delivery, particularly in areas such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure development.

Multiple choice

Which Asian country was the first to gain independence from colonial rule?

  1. India

  2. Pakistan

  3. Sri Lanka

  4. Indonesia
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Sri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon, gained independence from British rule in 1948.

Multiple choice

Which Asian country gained independence from French colonial rule in 1954?

  1. Vietnam

  2. Laos

  3. Cambodia

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia all gained independence from French colonial rule in 1954.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the conference held in Bandung, Indonesia, in 1955?

  1. Bandung Conference

  2. Asian-African Conference

  3. Non-Aligned Movement Summit

  4. Afro-Asian Conference
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Explanation

The Bandung Conference was a meeting of Asian and African leaders held in Bandung, Indonesia, in 1955.