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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 has implemented a specific law to regulate medical tourism?

  1. India

  2. Thailand

  3. Mexico

  4. Brazil
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Thailand has implemented a specific law, the Medical Treatment Act of 2008, to regulate medical tourism. This law establishes standards for medical tourism facilities, sets requirements for medical professionals involved in medical tourism, and protects the rights of medical tourism patients.

Multiple choice

In which country is it considered rude to point your feet at someone?

  1. China

  2. Japan

  3. Thailand

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

In Thailand, pointing your feet at someone is considered very disrespectful, as the feet are considered to be the lowest part of the body.

Multiple choice

In which country is it considered impolite to make direct eye contact with someone?

  1. Japan

  2. China

  3. India

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

In Japan, it is considered impolite to make direct eye contact with someone, as it is seen as a sign of disrespect.

Multiple choice

In which country is it considered rude to touch someone's head?

  1. India

  2. China

  3. Japan

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

In India, it is considered rude to touch someone's head, as the head is considered to be sacred.

Multiple choice

In which country is it considered impolite to show the soles of your feet?

  1. Japan

  2. China

  3. India

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

In Japan, it is considered impolite to show the soles of your feet, as it is seen as a sign of disrespect.

Multiple choice

In which country is it considered rude to point at someone?

  1. China

  2. Japan

  3. Thailand

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

In Thailand, pointing at someone is considered very disrespectful, as the feet are considered to be the lowest part of the body.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a common destination for small group tours focused on religion and spirituality in Asia?

  1. India

  2. China

  3. Japan

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

While India, Japan, and Thailand are popular destinations for small group tours focused on religion and spirituality in Asia, China is not typically a common destination for such tours.

Multiple choice

Which regional organization was formed in 1967 to promote cooperation and security in Southeast Asia?

  1. Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)

  2. Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC)

  3. East Asia Summit (EAS)

  4. Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

ASEAN was formed in 1967 to promote cooperation and security in Southeast Asia.

Multiple choice

Which country is known for its intricate and colorful hand-woven carpets?

  1. Iran

  2. Turkey

  3. Afghanistan

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

Iran is renowned for its intricate and colorful hand-woven carpets, which often feature traditional Persian designs and motifs.

Multiple choice

Which countries are members of CSSTEAP?

  1. India, China, Japan, and South Korea

  2. All countries in the Asia-Pacific region

  3. Only developing countries in the Asia-Pacific region

  4. Only developed countries in the Asia-Pacific region
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

All countries in the Asia-Pacific region are members of CSSTEAP.

Multiple choice

Which country has contributed the most troops to peacekeeping operations?

  1. India

  2. Bangladesh

  3. Pakistan

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

India has contributed the most troops to peacekeeping operations.

Multiple choice

Which of the following countries was NOT a member of the Non-Aligned Movement?

  1. India

  2. Yugoslavia

  3. Egypt

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

The United States was not a member of the Non-Aligned Movement.

Multiple choice

The ICCR's annual essay competition is open to participants from which countries?

  1. India only

  2. All countries

  3. SAARC countries only

  4. BRICS countries only
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The ICCR's annual essay competition is open to participants from all countries, regardless of their nationality.

Multiple choice

The ICCR's annual drama competition is open to participants from which countries?

  1. India only

  2. SAARC countries only

  3. BRICS countries only

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

The ICCR's annual drama competition is open to participants from all countries, regardless of their nationality.

Multiple choice

The ICCR's annual art competition is open to participants from which countries?

  1. India only

  2. SAARC countries only

  3. BRICS countries only

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

The ICCR's annual art competition is open to participants from all countries, regardless of their nationality.