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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 is the origin of Korma?

  1. India

  2. Pakistan

  3. Bangladesh

  4. Afghanistan
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Korma originated in India and is a popular dish in many regions of the country.

Multiple choice

Which country experienced a religious coup in 1979, leading to the overthrow of the Shah and the establishment of an Islamic republic?

  1. Iran

  2. Iraq

  3. Afghanistan

  4. Pakistan
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Iran experienced a religious coup in 1979, leading to the overthrow of the Shah and the establishment of an Islamic republic.

Multiple choice

Which country experienced a terrorist coup in 2021, leading to the overthrow of President Ashraf Ghani and the establishment of a Taliban government?

  1. Afghanistan

  2. Pakistan

  3. Iran

  4. Iraq
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Afghanistan experienced a terrorist coup in 2021, leading to the overthrow of President Ashraf Ghani and the establishment of a Taliban government.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the treaty signed between India and Bangladesh in 2011 to facilitate cooperation in law and order?

  1. Extradition Treaty

  2. Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty

  3. Security Cooperation Agreement

  4. Border Management Agreement
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty was signed between India and Bangladesh in 2011 to facilitate cooperation in law and order.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the treaty signed between India and Bangladesh in 2011 to facilitate cooperation in law and order?

  1. Extradition Treaty

  2. Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty

  3. Security Cooperation Agreement

  4. Border Management Agreement
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty was signed between India and Bangladesh in 2011 to facilitate cooperation in law and order.

Multiple choice

Where did the Dalai Lama establish the Tibetan Government-in-Exile?

  1. Dharamsala, India

  2. Kathmandu, Nepal

  3. New Delhi, India

  4. Beijing, China
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Explanation

The Dalai Lama established the Tibetan Government-in-Exile in Dharamsala, India, in 1959.

Multiple choice

Which countries are popular destinations for medical tourism?

  1. India

  2. Thailand

  3. Mexico

  4. Singapore
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Explanation

India, Thailand, Mexico, and Singapore are all popular destinations for medical tourism.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of a federal state?

  1. India

  2. United States

  3. Canada

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

India, the United States, and Canada are all examples of federal states. In these countries, power is divided between a central government and several regional or state governments.

Multiple choice

Which country has not yet ratified the CTBT?

  1. The United States

  2. Russia

  3. China

  4. India
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Explanation

The United States is among the few countries that have not yet ratified the CTBT.

Multiple choice

Which country withdrew from the INF Treaty in 2019?

  1. The United States

  2. Russia

  3. China

  4. India
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Explanation

The United States withdrew from the INF Treaty in 2019, citing Russian violations of the treaty.

Multiple choice

Which country is not a party to the New START Treaty?

  1. The United States

  2. Russia

  3. China

  4. India
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C Correct answer
Explanation

China is not a party to the New START Treaty.

Multiple choice

The ancient city of Mohenjo-Daro, one of the major centers of the Indus Valley Civilization, is located in which modern-day country?

  1. India

  2. Pakistan

  3. Bangladesh

  4. Nepal
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B Correct answer
Explanation

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

Multiple choice

Which country is not a member of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad)?

  1. India

  2. Australia

  3. Japan

  4. China
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) is a strategic dialogue between the United States, Japan, Australia, and India.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the annual summit between India and Japan?

  1. India-Japan Annual Summit

  2. India-Japan Strategic Dialogue

  3. India-Japan Economic Dialogue

  4. India-Japan Cultural Dialogue
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Explanation

The India-Japan Annual Summit is an annual summit meeting between the Prime Minister of India and the Prime Minister of Japan.

Multiple choice

Which country experienced a military coup in 2021, leading to the overthrow of its democratically elected government?

  1. Myanmar

  2. Thailand

  3. Cambodia

  4. Vietnam
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Explanation

Myanmar experienced a military coup in 2021, leading to the overthrow of its democratically elected government. The coup was led by the military commander-in-chief, Min Aung Hlaing, who claimed that the election had been fraudulent.