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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 is considered the birthplace of Vajrayana Buddhism?

  1. India

  2. China

  3. Tibet

  4. Nepal
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Explanation

Vajrayana Buddhism originated in India in the 7th century CE.

Multiple choice

Which country is considered the center of Vajrayana Buddhism today?

  1. India

  2. China

  3. Tibet

  4. Nepal
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Tibet is considered the center of Vajrayana Buddhism today.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Tibetan Buddhist monastery that is considered the center of the Gelugpa school of Vajrayana Buddhism?

  1. Drepung Monastery

  2. Sera Monastery

  3. Ganden Monastery

  4. Tashilhunpo Monastery
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Explanation

Ganden Monastery is the center of the Gelugpa school of Vajrayana Buddhism.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Tibetan Buddhist monastery that is considered the center of the Kagyupa school of Vajrayana Buddhism?

  1. Drepung Monastery

  2. Sera Monastery

  3. Ganden Monastery

  4. Tashilhunpo Monastery
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Tashilhunpo Monastery is the center of the Kagyupa school of Vajrayana Buddhism.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Tibetan Buddhist monastery that is considered the center of the Sakyapa school of Vajrayana Buddhism?

  1. Drepung Monastery

  2. Sera Monastery

  3. Ganden Monastery

  4. Sakya Monastery
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Explanation

Sakya Monastery is the center of the Sakyapa school of Vajrayana Buddhism.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Tibetan Buddhist monastery that is considered the center of the Nyingma school of Vajrayana Buddhism?

  1. Drepung Monastery

  2. Sera Monastery

  3. Ganden Monastery

  4. Samye Monastery
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Explanation

Samye Monastery is the center of the Nyingma school of Vajrayana Buddhism.

Multiple choice

In which countries is Theravada Buddhism predominantly practiced?

  1. Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos

  2. China, Japan, Korea, Vietnam, Taiwan

  3. India, Nepal, Bhutan, Tibet, Mongolia

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Theravada Buddhism is predominantly practiced in Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, and Laos.

Multiple choice

Which of the following countries does the Karakoram Range pass through?

  1. Pakistan

  2. India

  3. China

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

The Karakoram Range passes through the northern regions of Pakistan, India, and China.

Multiple choice

Which country received the largest amount of military aid from India in the past decade?

  1. Nepal

  2. Sri Lanka

  3. Bhutan

  4. Afghanistan
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Explanation

Nepal has been the primary recipient of Indian military aid, with a significant portion allocated for border security and counter-terrorism initiatives.

Multiple choice

Which African country has received significant military aid from India, including training and equipment?

  1. Nigeria

  2. Kenya

  3. Ethiopia

  4. South Africa
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C Correct answer
Explanation

India has provided substantial military aid to Ethiopia, including training and equipment, to support the country's efforts in combating terrorism and maintaining regional stability.

Multiple choice

Which country received military aid from India in the form of medical supplies and equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic?

  1. Bangladesh

  2. Nepal

  3. Sri Lanka

  4. Maldives
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Explanation

India provided military aid in the form of medical supplies and equipment to Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Multiple choice

Which country received military aid from India in the form of patrol boats to enhance its maritime security?

  1. Vietnam

  2. Indonesia

  3. Malaysia

  4. Singapore
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Explanation

India provided military aid to Vietnam in the form of patrol boats, contributing to the country's efforts in enhancing maritime security and patrolling its territorial waters.

Multiple choice

Which country currently holds the Chairmanship of IORA?

  1. India

  2. South Africa

  3. Australia

  4. Indonesia
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B Correct answer
Explanation

South Africa currently holds the Chairmanship of IORA for the period 2023-2025.

Multiple choice

Which country is expected to be the leading destination for medical tourism by 2025?

  1. India

  2. Mexico

  3. Thailand

  4. Singapore
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Explanation

India is expected to be the leading destination for medical tourism by 2025 due to its low costs, high quality of care, and strong infrastructure.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a territorial dispute between India and Pakistan?

  1. Siachen Glacier

  2. Kashmir

  3. Arunachal Pradesh

  4. Sir Creek
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Arunachal Pradesh is a territorial dispute between India and China, not Pakistan.