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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

The ancient city of Mohenjo-daro is located in which country?

  1. India

  2. Pakistan

  3. Bangladesh

  4. Nepal
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Mohenjo-daro is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Sindh, Pakistan. It is one of the largest and most well-preserved urban settlements of the ancient Indus Valley Civilization.

Multiple choice

The ancient city of Taxila is located in which country?

  1. India

  2. Pakistan

  3. Afghanistan

  4. Iran
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Taxila is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Punjab, Pakistan. It was an important center of learning and culture in ancient India and was home to one of the earliest universities in the world.

Multiple choice

The Pandyas were known for their extensive trade relations with which regions?

  1. Southeast Asia

  2. China

  3. Sri Lanka

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Pandyas engaged in active trade with Southeast Asia, China, and Sri Lanka, establishing a vast network of commercial connections.

Multiple choice

Which country is often considered to be the fifth wave of democratization?

  1. Indonesia

  2. Malaysia

  3. Thailand

  4. Philippines
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Indonesia is often considered to be the fifth wave of democratization, with the fall of the Suharto regime in 1998 and the establishment of a democratic republic.

Multiple choice

Which of the following was the main challenge faced during the Integration of Sikkim?

  1. Sikkim's resistance to Integration

  2. China's opposition to Integration

  3. Nepal's opposition to Integration

  4. Bhutan's opposition to Integration
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Sikkim's resistance to Integration was the main challenge faced during its Integration with India. The Chogyal of Sikkim, Palden Thondup Namgyal, was initially opposed to Integration. However, he eventually agreed to Integration after a referendum was held in Sikkim in 1975.

Multiple choice

Which country's independence movement was directly inspired by the Indian National Congress?

  1. Ghana

  2. South Africa

  3. Indonesia

  4. Vietnam
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Ghana's independence movement was directly inspired by the Indian National Congress. Kwame Nkrumah, the first President of Ghana, was a strong admirer of Mahatma Gandhi and his nonviolent resistance movement.

Multiple choice

Which country's independence movement was indirectly influenced by the Indian Freedom Struggle?

  1. China

  2. Cuba

  3. Vietnam

  4. Algeria
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A Correct answer
Explanation

China's independence movement was indirectly influenced by the Indian Freedom Struggle. The success of the Indian National Congress in achieving independence through nonviolent resistance inspired Chinese leaders such as Mao Zedong and Zhou Enlai.

Multiple choice

Which country's independence movement was directly influenced by the Indian Freedom Struggle?

  1. Indonesia

  2. Malaysia

  3. Singapore

  4. Philippines
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Indonesia's independence movement was directly influenced by the Indian Freedom Struggle. Sukarno, the first President of Indonesia, was a strong admirer of Mahatma Gandhi and his nonviolent resistance movement.

Multiple choice

Which country's independence movement was directly influenced by the Indian Freedom Struggle?

  1. Burma

  2. Thailand

  3. Cambodia

  4. Laos
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Burma's independence movement was directly influenced by the Indian Freedom Struggle. Aung San, the father of Burmese independence, was a strong admirer of Mahatma Gandhi and his nonviolent resistance movement.

Multiple choice

Which country's independence movement was directly influenced by the Indian Freedom Struggle?

  1. Sri Lanka

  2. Bangladesh

  3. Nepal

  4. Bhutan
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Sri Lanka's independence movement was directly influenced by the Indian Freedom Struggle. S.W.R.D. Bandaranaike, the first Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, was a strong admirer of Mahatma Gandhi and his nonviolent resistance movement.

Multiple choice

Which country's independence movement was directly influenced by the Indian Freedom Struggle?

  1. Brunei

  2. Cambodia

  3. Laos

  4. Vietnam
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Brunei's independence movement was directly influenced by the Indian Freedom Struggle. Hassanal Bolkiah, the Sultan of Brunei, was a strong admirer of Mahatma Gandhi and his nonviolent resistance movement.

Multiple choice

Which country's independence movement was directly influenced by the Indian Freedom Struggle?

  1. Myanmar

  2. Thailand

  3. Cambodia

  4. Laos
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Myanmar's independence movement was directly influenced by the Indian Freedom Struggle. Aung San Suu Kyi, the State Counsellor of Myanmar, was a strong admirer of Mahatma Gandhi and his nonviolent resistance movement.

Multiple choice

Which language is the official language of the Maldives?

  1. Dhivehi

  2. English

  3. Arabic

  4. Hindi
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Dhivehi is the official language of the Maldives and is spoken by the majority of the population.

Multiple choice

What is the national anthem of the Maldives?

  1. Qaumi Salaam

  2. Dhivehi Bahuge Qaumee Salaam

  3. Qaumi Gaana

  4. Jana Gana Mana
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The national anthem of the Maldives is titled 'Qaumi Salaam', which translates to 'National Salute'.

Multiple choice

Which language is used in religious texts and ceremonies in the Maldives?

  1. Dhivehi

  2. English

  3. Arabic

  4. Hindi
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Arabic is used in religious texts and ceremonies in the Maldives, as Islam is the predominant religion in the country.