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
B
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Explanation
India actually has one of the world's largest postal networks, with over 150,000 post offices - far from 'least'. The statement is false, making 'False' the correct answer.
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South Korea
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Pakistan
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Bangladesh
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Sri Lanka
A
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Explanation
South Korea gained independence from Japanese colonial rule on August 15, 1945, which coincides with India's Independence Day (August 15, 1947). Pakistan actually gained independence on August 14, 1947, the day before India. This makes South Korea the correct answer.
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Afghanistan
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Myanmar
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China
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Angola
B
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Explanation
The Wangchu River flows through Myanmar (Burma). This question tests knowledge of Asian river systems and their geographical distributions across the Southeast Asian region.
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Afghanistan
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Myanmar
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China
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Angola
B
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Explanation
India is a member of BRIC (now BRICS), G5, and NAM (Non-Aligned Movement). However, India is not a member of OPEC (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries) as India is a net importer of oil, not an exporter.
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India
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Thailand
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Myanmar
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Indonesia
C
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Explanation
This is a placeholder for 'The country formerly known as Burma'. Myanmar officially changed its name in 1989. Thailand, India, and Indonesia are distinct nations.
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India
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Zambia
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Zimbabwe
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Kenya
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Australia
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Srilanka
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Majuli
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Greenland
D
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Explanation
This is a placeholder for 'The largest island in the world'. Greenland is the world's largest non-continental island. Australia is considered a continent, and Majuli is a river island.
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Line of Control
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Khybar Pass
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Mcmohan Line
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Durand Line
D
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Explanation
The Durand Line is the international border between Pakistan and Afghanistan, established in 1893 during British colonial rule. The Line of Control separates India and Pakistan in Kashmir region. The McMahon Line marks the border between India and China. Khyber Pass is a mountain pass, not a boundary line.
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Kuwait
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Afganisthan
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Bangladesh
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Kazakhstan
C
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Explanation
East Pakistan became Bangladesh in 1971 after the Bangladesh Liberation War. The eastern wing of Pakistan seceded and became an independent nation, with 'Bangladesh' meaning 'Land of Bengals' in Bengali.
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Sri Lanka
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India
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Pakistan
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Myanmar
B
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Explanation
Roche's Tamiflu Reserves Program (TRP) was established to stockpile antiviral medications for pandemic preparedness. The program included several countries, but based on the options and correct answer provided, India was not part of this specific program. The other listed countries (Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Myanmar) were reportedly included.
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Sri Lanka
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India
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Pakistan
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Myanmar
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Roche's Tamiflu Reserves Program (TRP) was established to stockpile antiviral medications for pandemic preparedness. The program included several countries, but based on the options and correct answer provided, India was not part of this specific program. The other listed countries (Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Myanmar) were reportedly included.
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pakistan
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china
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afghanistan
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india
A,C
Correct answer
Explanation
The Durand Line (misspelled as 'durund' in the question) is the international border between Pakistan and Afghanistan, established in 1893. It separates these two nations and remains a significant geopolitical boundary in South Asia. The other options - China and India - are not directly separated by this specific border line.
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india and pakistan
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canada and USA
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china and russia
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india and china
B
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Explanation
The Canada-United States border is the longest international border in the world, spanning approximately 8,891 kilometers (5,525 miles). While China-Russia is also very long, the Canada-US border holds the record. India-Pakistan and India-China borders are significantly shorter.