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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 Joe Biden's summit with leaders of the Group of Twenty (G20) in November 2022?

  1. The Bali Summit

  2. The Jakarta Summit

  3. The New Delhi Summit

  4. The Sydney Summit
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Bali Summit was a meeting between Joe Biden and leaders of the Group of Twenty (G20) that took place in Bali, Indonesia in November 2022. The summit focused on addressing global challenges such as climate change, food security, and the COVID-19 pandemic.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a major challenge faced by India in terms of foreign policy?

  1. Relations with Pakistan

  2. Relations with China

  3. Terrorism

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

India faces a number of challenges in terms of foreign policy, including relations with Pakistan, relations with China, and terrorism.

Multiple choice

Which language is the second most widely spoken language in Nepal?

  1. Maithili

  2. Bhojpuri

  3. Tharu

  4. Newari

  5. Tamang
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Explanation

Maithili is the second most widely spoken language in Nepal and is spoken by a large population in the eastern part of the country.

Multiple choice

Which language is the third most widely spoken language in Nepal?

  1. Bhojpuri

  2. Tharu

  3. Newari

  4. Tamang

  5. Magar
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Explanation

Bhojpuri is the third most widely spoken language in Nepal and is spoken by a large population in the southern part of the country.

Multiple choice

Which language is the fourth most widely spoken language in Nepal?

  1. Tharu

  2. Newari

  3. Tamang

  4. Magar

  5. Gurung
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Explanation

Tharu is the fourth most widely spoken language in Nepal and is spoken by a large population in the western part of the country.

Multiple choice

How many languages are spoken in Nepal?

  1. Over 120

  2. Over 150

  3. Over 200

  4. Over 250

  5. Over 300
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Explanation

There are over 120 languages spoken in Nepal.

Multiple choice

Which language is spoken by the Bhojpuri people of Nepal?

  1. Bhojpuri

  2. Tamang

  3. Magar

  4. Gurung

  5. Rai
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Explanation

Bhojpuri is the language spoken by the Bhojpuri people of Nepal.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a member of SAARC?

  1. India

  2. Pakistan

  3. Bangladesh

  4. Sri Lanka

  5. Nepal

  6. Bhutan

  7. Maldives

  8. Afghanistan
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H Correct answer
Explanation

Afghanistan is not a member of SAARC. The member countries of SAARC are India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, and Maldives.

Multiple choice

Who is considered the father of Esperanto?

  1. L. L. Zamenhof

  2. J. R. R. Tolkien

  3. George Orwell

  4. J. K. Rowling
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Explanation

L. L. Zamenhof, a Polish ophthalmologist, is credited with creating Esperanto in the late 19th century.

Multiple choice

Which country has the smallest number of Arabic speakers in the Commonwealth of Nations?

  1. Bangladesh

  2. Brunei

  3. Malaysia

  4. Singapore
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Brunei has the smallest number of Arabic speakers in the Commonwealth of Nations, with just over 1,000 speakers.

Multiple choice

In his poem 'Saare Jahan Se Achcha', Muhammad Iqbal expressed his love and admiration for his homeland. Which country did Iqbal refer to as 'Saare Jahan Se Achcha'?

  1. India

  2. Pakistan

  3. Bangladesh

  4. Afghanistan
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Explanation

Muhammad Iqbal's poem 'Saare Jahan Se Achcha' is a tribute to India, expressing his deep love and admiration for his homeland.

Multiple choice

In which country is the short story "The Kite Runner" set?

  1. Afghanistan

  2. Pakistan

  3. Iran

  4. Iraq
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Explanation

The story is set in Afghanistan, where Amir and Hassan are two boys who grow up together and face many challenges.

Multiple choice

Which country withdrew from the NPT in 2003?

  1. Iran

  2. North Korea

  3. Pakistan

  4. India
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B Correct answer
Explanation

North Korea withdrew from the NPT in 2003, citing concerns about its sovereignty and the lack of progress on nuclear disarmament.

Multiple choice

Which country conducted its first nuclear test in 2018?

  1. India

  2. Pakistan

  3. North Korea

  4. Iran
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C Correct answer
Explanation

North Korea conducted its first nuclear test in 2006, and has since conducted several more tests, raising concerns about its nuclear program.

Multiple choice

In which country is the abaya commonly worn?

  1. Saudi Arabia

  2. India

  3. China

  4. Japan
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Explanation

The abaya is a traditional Arab garment that is worn by women. It is a long, loose-fitting robe that covers the entire body except for the face, hands, and feet.