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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 was the first in the world to elect a female head of government?

  1. Sri Lanka

  2. India

  3. Pakistan

  4. Bangladesh
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Sri Lanka was the first country in the world to elect a female head of government in 1960.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a regional cooperation organization in South Asia?

  1. South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)

  2. Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC)

  3. Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)

  4. Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA)
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

ASEAN is a regional cooperation organization in Southeast Asia, not in South Asia.

Multiple choice

Which of the following countries is NOT a member of BIMSTEC?

  1. Bangladesh

  2. India

  3. Myanmar

  4. Thailand
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Thailand is not a member of BIMSTEC.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)?

  1. China

  2. Russia

  3. India

  4. Pakistan
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

India is not a member of the SCO.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a member of the G20?

  1. United States

  2. China

  3. India

  4. Canada
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Canada is not a member of the G20.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO)?

  1. United States

  2. China

  3. India

  4. Cuba
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Cuba is not a member of the WTO.

Multiple choice

Indi-pop music has gained popularity in countries outside of India, such as:

  1. Pakistan

  2. Bangladesh

  3. Nepal

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Indi-pop music has gained popularity in neighboring countries like Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Nepal, as well as in other parts of the world.

Multiple choice

Which Asian countries are members of the PCT?

  1. China

  2. India

  3. Japan

  4. South Korea
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
Correct answer
Explanation

China, India, Japan, and South Korea are all members of the PCT.

Multiple choice

Which Asian countries are members of the TRIPS Agreement?

  1. China

  2. India

  3. Japan

  4. South Korea
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
Correct answer
Explanation

China, India, Japan, and South Korea are all members of the TRIPS Agreement.

Multiple choice

Which country abolished its monarchy most recently?

  1. Nepal

  2. Iran

  3. Libya

  4. Iraq
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Nepal abolished its monarchy in 2008.

Multiple choice

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

  1. India

  2. Pakistan

  3. Bangladesh

  4. Sri Lanka
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Mohenjo-Daro is an ancient city located in the Indus Valley region of Pakistan and is one of the largest and most well-preserved cities of the ancient Indus Valley Civilization.

Multiple choice

Which countries are popular destinations for medical tourism?

  1. India

  2. Thailand

  3. Mexico

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

India, Thailand, and Mexico are among the most popular destinations for medical tourism due to their affordable costs, high-quality healthcare, and diverse treatment options.

Multiple choice

Which of the following countries is not a member of the Arab Patent Office (APO)?

  1. Egypt

  2. Saudi Arabia

  3. United Arab Emirates

  4. Iran
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Iran is not a member of the Arab Patent Office (APO).

Multiple choice

What is the origin of Red Cargo rice?

  1. India

  2. Pakistan

  3. Bangladesh

  4. Sri Lanka
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Red Cargo rice is a long-grain rice variety that originated in India and is known for its reddish-brown color and nutty flavor.

Multiple choice

Which country is known as the 'Rice Bowl of Asia'?

  1. India

  2. China

  3. Thailand

  4. Vietnam
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Vietnam is known as the 'Rice Bowl of Asia' due to its high rice production and exports.