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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 the largest number of international students studying in India?

  1. Nepal

  2. Afghanistan

  3. Bangladesh

  4. Sri Lanka
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Explanation

Nepal has the largest number of international students studying in India, with over 100,000 students enrolled in various Indian universities and institutions.

Multiple choice

Which country was the first to elect a woman as its prime minister?

  1. Sri Lanka

  2. India

  3. Pakistan

  4. Bangladesh
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Sri Lanka was the first country to elect a woman as its prime minister, with Sirimavo Bandaranaike taking office in 1960.

Multiple choice

Which of the following countries is not a member of the UN Secretariat of the Convention to Combat Desertification?

  1. Algeria

  2. China

  3. India

  4. Iran

  5. Mexico
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B Correct answer
Explanation

China is not a member of the UN Secretariat of the Convention to Combat Desertification.

Multiple choice

What is India's position on the Antarctic Treaty System?

  1. India is a signatory to the Antarctic Treaty.

  2. India is an observer to the Antarctic Treaty.

  3. India is not a party to the Antarctic Treaty.

  4. None of the above
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India is a signatory to the Antarctic Treaty, which regulates human activity in Antarctica.

Multiple choice

Which country was the first to develop a national policy on climate-induced migration?

  1. Bangladesh

  2. Philippines

  3. India

  4. United States
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Bangladesh was the first country to develop a national policy on climate-induced migration, known as the National Policy on Disaster Management and Climate Change Adaptation.

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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Explanation

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

Multiple choice

Which Asian countries are members of the PCT?

  1. China

  2. India

  3. Japan

  4. South Korea
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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
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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
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Nepal abolished its monarchy in 2008.

Multiple choice

Who wrote the autobiography (The Kite Runner)?

  1. Khaled Hosseini

  2. Marjane Satrapi

  3. A Thousand Splendid Suns

  4. The Book Thief
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Explanation

Khaled Hosseini's autobiography (The Kite Runner) is a powerful and moving story of two boys growing up in Afghanistan, and the events that tear them apart.

Multiple choice

Which autobiography is known for its exploration of the author's experiences as a young woman in Pakistan?

  1. A Thousand Splendid Suns

  2. The Kite Runner

  3. Persepolis

  4. The Book Thief
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Khaled Hosseini's autobiography (A Thousand Splendid Suns) is a powerful and moving story of two women in Afghanistan, and their struggle to survive in a war-torn country.

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

Who is the author of the bestselling novel (\The Kite Runner), which explores the complex relationship between two Afghan boys and the enduring power of friendship?

  1. Khaled Hosseini

  2. Mohsin Hamid

  3. Azar Nafisi

  4. Marjane Satrapi
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Explanation

Khaled Hosseini is the author of (\The Kite Runner), a poignant and powerful novel that delves into the lives of two Afghan boys, their friendship, and the challenges they face amidst war and displacement.

Multiple choice

Which geographical feature played a significant role in the Battle of Salamis?

  1. A. A narrow strait

  2. B. A mountain range

  3. C. A dense forest

  4. D. A wide river
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The Battle of Salamis was fought in a narrow strait between the Greek and Persian fleets, which gave the Greeks an advantage in maneuverability.

Multiple choice

Which geographical feature provided a natural defense for the ancient city of Rome?

  1. A. Mountains

  2. B. Rivers

  3. C. Forests

  4. D. Deserts
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Rome was located on the banks of the Tiber River, which provided a natural defense against attacks.