General Awareness ยท Geography
World Geography and Politics
2,115 Questions
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
Which of the following is the main trading partner of India?
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China
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United States
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United Arab Emirates
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Saudi Arabia
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China is the main trading partner of India, accounting for over 15% of the country's total trade.
Which country was the first to grant independence to its Indian population?
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South Africa
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Trinidad and Tobago
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Guyana
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Mauritius
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South Africa was the first country to grant independence to its Indian population. In 1910, the Union of South Africa was formed, granting limited rights to the Indian community. However, it was not until 1994, after the end of apartheid, that full political rights were granted to all South African citizens, including Indians.
Which Asian country experienced a protracted struggle for independence from French colonial rule?
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Vietnam
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Indonesia
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India
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China
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Vietnam experienced a protracted struggle for independence from French colonial rule, culminating in the First Indochina War and the eventual reunification of the country in 1975.
Which country gained independence from British colonial rule in 1947?
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India
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Pakistan
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Bangladesh
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Sri Lanka
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India gained independence from British colonial rule in 1947, led by leaders such as Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru.
In which country is the New York Convention not applicable?
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United States
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United Kingdom
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China
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India
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China is not a party to the New York Convention, and therefore, the Convention is not applicable in China.
In which country is the Model Law on International Commercial Arbitration not applicable?
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United States
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United Kingdom
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China
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India
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The United States is not a party to the Model Law on International Commercial Arbitration, and therefore, the Model Law is not applicable in the United States.
Which country sends the highest number of international students to India?
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Nepal
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Bangladesh
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Afghanistan
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Sri Lanka
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Nepal is the top source country for international students in India, with over 20,000 students enrolled in various courses.
Which countries share a border with India?
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Pakistan
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Bangladesh
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Nepal
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Bhutan
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Sri Lanka
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China
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Myanmar
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India shares borders with Pakistan to the west, Bangladesh to the east, Nepal and Bhutan to the north, and Myanmar to the northeast. It also shares a maritime border with Sri Lanka to the south and China to the north.
India lies in which hemisphere?
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Northern Hemisphere
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Southern Hemisphere
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Eastern Hemisphere
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Western Hemisphere
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India lies entirely in the Northern Hemisphere.
India lies in which hemisphere?
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Northern Hemisphere
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Southern Hemisphere
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Eastern Hemisphere
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Western Hemisphere
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India lies entirely in the Eastern Hemisphere.
What is the name of the United Nations Command that is still stationed in South Korea?
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United Nations Command Korea
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Panmunjom Command Korea
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Geneva Command Korea
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Paris Command Korea
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The United Nations Command Korea is still stationed in South Korea.
Which country is often cited as a successful example of political decentralization?
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India
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China
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United States
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Switzerland
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Switzerland is widely regarded as a successful example of political decentralization due to its strong system of cantonal and municipal autonomy, which grants significant powers and responsibilities to local governments.
Which countries are popular destinations for medical tourism?
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India
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Thailand
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Mexico
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Singapore
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All of the above
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India, Thailand, Mexico, and Singapore are all popular destinations for medical tourism.
Which country was ruled by a diarchy from 1958 to 1960?
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Pakistan
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Indonesia
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Egypt
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Burma
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Pakistan was ruled by a diarchy from 1958 to 1960, during which time the military and civilian authorities shared power under the leadership of President Ayub Khan.
Which country issues the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra visa?
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The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra visa is issued by the Indian government.