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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
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Rajasthan
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Gujrat
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Maharastra
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Goa
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Kerala
B
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Explanation
Gujarat is the westernmost state of mainland India. Due to India's east-west longitudinal extent, the westernmost parts see the sunset last each day. Gujarat's location at approximately 68-74°E longitude means it experiences the latest sunset among Indian states. The option is misspelled as 'Gujrat' instead of 'Gujarat'.
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Pakistan
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USA
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Australia
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INDIA
D
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India is globally renowned and uniquely identified with the phrase 'unity in diversity' due to its remarkable ability to maintain national unity while accommodating immense diversity - hundreds of languages, multiple religions, varied ethnicities, diverse cultures, and different traditions coexist within one democratic framework.
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LOUISANA
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DENVER
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DETROIT
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CAMP DAVID
D
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Explanation
Camp David is the official country retreat for US presidents, located in Catoctin Mountain Park, Maryland. It was established by FDR as 'Shangri-La' and renamed by Eisenhower after his grandson David.
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Pope John Paul II
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Liberace
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Carole King
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Santa
A
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Explanation
Karol Wojtyła was elected Pope in 1978 and took the name John Paul II, becoming the first Polish pope in history. He served until his death in 2005. The other names are unrelated - Liberace was a performer, Carole King a singer-songwriter, and Santa is fictional.
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Tamilnadu Resham Gramodyog
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Haryana Khadi Gramodyog
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Karnataka Khadi Gramodyog Samyukta Sangha
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Government of India
C
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As of 2009, the Karnataka Khadi Gramodyog Samyukta Sangha (KKGSS) located in Hubli was the sole authorized manufacturer of the Indian national flag. This organization was given exclusive rights to ensure quality control and proper specifications for the flag. Options A, B, and D are incorrect as they were not authorized manufacturers.
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thailand
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combodia
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south korea
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china
B
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Explanation
The Khmer Rouge was a communist regime in Cambodia (misspelled as 'combodia') led by Pol Pot from 1975-1979. They are not associated with Thailand, South Korea, or China despite regional connections.
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Pakistan
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Bhutan
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China
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Srilanka
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Bhutan and Nepal use the Indian rupee alongside their own currencies under special agreements, making them unofficial users. Pakistan, China, and Sri Lanka have their own independent currencies and do not use the Indian rupee officially or unofficially. Among the options, Bhutan is the correct answer as an unofficial user of the Indian rupee.
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Chini kashmir
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Aksai chin
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Independant China
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None
B
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Explanation
Aksai Chin is the territory in the Kashmir region that is controlled by China but claimed by India. China captured this area during the 1962 Sino-Indian War. 'Chini Kashmir' is not the official name used in geography or politics.
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Nepal
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Taiwan
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China
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Bhutan
C
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Explanation
China claims territorial rights over Tibet (which it occupies) and has claimed parts of Arunachal Pradesh as part of southern Tibet. This is part of the ongoing India-China border dispute. Nepal, Taiwan, and Bhutan do not make these specific territorial claims.
A
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Explanation
Boraibari (also known as Borobari) is indeed a disputed territory between India and Bangladesh, located in the Mankachar sector of the international border. This area has been a source of border tension between the two countries. The dispute relates to adverse possession and boundary demarcation issues.
A
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Explanation
Abu Musa is an island in the Persian Gulf whose sovereignty is disputed between Iran and the United Arab Emirates. Iran currently controls the island, but the UAE claims it as part of its territory. This dispute has been ongoing since 1971 when the UK withdrew from the region. The island has strategic importance due to its location near the Strait of Hormuz.
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Jeruselam
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gaza strip
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palenstine
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none
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South Korea
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Afghanistan
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Denmark
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Mexico
A
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Explanation
South Korea celebrates its Liberation Day on August 15th, commemorating the end of Japanese colonial rule in 1945. India also celebrates Independence Day on August 15th (1947), making these two countries that share this independence date. Afghanistan, Denmark, and Mexico do not celebrate independence on August 15th.
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Nepal
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Myanmar
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Pakistan
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None of these