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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
  1. Iran

  2. Indonesia

  3. Kazakhstan

  4. Oman

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

In 2005, India signed a landmark 25-year deal with Iran to import 7.5 million tonnes of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) annually. The agreement was signed between the National Iranian Gas Export Company and a consortium of Indian state-run companies including GAIL and IOC. This was a strategic move to secure long-term energy supplies for India's growing economy.

Multiple choice
  1. Thailand

  2. Malaysia

  3. Singapore

  4. Philippines

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The 13th ASEAN Summit was held in Singapore from November 18 to 22, 2007. During this summit, the ASEAN Charter was signed, which provided the organization with a legal identity and a formal institutional framework. The summit also focused on regional integration and economic cooperation.

Multiple choice
  1. Singapore

  2. Thailand

  3. India

  4. Nepal

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

India was the recipient of the Best Participating and Excellent Advertisement Awards at the China International Travel Mart in 2007. This recognition highlighted India's successful tourism promotion campaigns in the Chinese market. The event is one of the largest professional travel marts in Asia.

Multiple choice
  1. Iraq

  2. Iran

  3. Formosa

  4. Ceylon

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Formosa was the name used for Taiwan for centuries, originating from the Portuguese word for 'beautiful.' Ceylon was the former name of Sri Lanka, while Iraq and Iran are distinct countries in the Middle East. This question tests knowledge of historical names of modern nations.

Multiple choice
  1. Saudi Arabia

  2. Kuwait

  3. Indonesia

  4. Oman

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Indonesia announced its withdrawal from OPEC in 2008 because it had become a net importer of oil and could no longer meet its production quotas. The suspension of its membership became effective at the end of that year.