General Awareness ยท Geography
World Geography and Politics
2,163 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 NOT an example of a theocracy?
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The United States
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India
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Israel
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None of the above
D
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Explanation
The United States, India, and Israel are not examples of theocracies.
Which of the following countries was a founding member of the Non-Aligned Movement?
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India
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Yugoslavia
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Egypt
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All of the above
D
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Explanation
India, Yugoslavia, and Egypt were among the founding members of the Non-Aligned Movement.
Which country was the site of a major anti-communist coup in 1965?
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Indonesia
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Philippines
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Thailand
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Malaysia
A
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Explanation
Indonesia was the site of a major anti-communist coup in 1965, which led to the overthrow of President Sukarno and the establishment of a military dictatorship.
Which of the following countries has NOT ratified or acceded to the Convention?
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United States
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China
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Russia
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India
A
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Explanation
As of 2023, the United States has not ratified or acceded to the Convention.
Which Asian country was the first to achieve independence from colonial rule?
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India
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China
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Indonesia
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Vietnam
A
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Explanation
India was the first Asian country to achieve independence from colonial rule. It gained independence from British colonial rule in 1947.
Which of the following is an example of a theocracy?
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Saudi Arabia
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Iran
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Vatican City
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All of the above
D
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Explanation
Saudi Arabia, Iran, and Vatican City are all examples of theocracies.
Which country is not a member of the G20?
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Russia
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Brazil
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India
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Switzerland
D
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Explanation
Switzerland is not a member of the G20.
Which country is currently experiencing the most political conflict?
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Syria
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Yemen
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Afghanistan
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Somalia
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Explanation
Syria is currently experiencing the most political conflict, with a civil war that has been ongoing since 2011.
Which SAARC country has the highest number of magazines published in English?
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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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Explanation
India has the highest number of magazines published in English, followed by Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.
Which SAARC country has the highest number of magazines published in Hindi?
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India
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Nepal
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Bhutan
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Sri Lanka
A
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Explanation
India has the highest number of magazines published in Hindi, followed by Nepal, Bhutan, and Sri Lanka.
Which SAARC country has the highest number of magazines published in Urdu?
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Pakistan
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India
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Bangladesh
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Nepal
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Explanation
Pakistan has the highest number of magazines published in Urdu, followed by India, Bangladesh, and Nepal.
Which SAARC country has the highest number of magazines published in Bengali?
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Bangladesh
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India
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Nepal
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Bhutan
A
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Explanation
Bangladesh has the highest number of magazines published in Bengali, followed by India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Which SAARC country has the highest number of magazines published in Sinhala?
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Sri Lanka
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India
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Nepal
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Bhutan
A
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Explanation
Sri Lanka has the highest number of magazines published in Sinhala, followed by India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Which Asian country has a long history of social democratic policies?
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India
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Sri Lanka
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Bangladesh
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Nepal
B
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Explanation
Sri Lanka has a long history of social democratic policies, including the provision of free education and healthcare.
Which Asian country has a strong social democratic movement?
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Thailand
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Malaysia
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Indonesia
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Philippines
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Explanation
Thailand has a strong social democratic movement, with several political parties advocating for social democratic policies.