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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 European country has been a key partner in India's efforts to promote regional cooperation in the Indian Ocean region?

  1. United Kingdom

  2. France

  3. Germany

  4. Portugal
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B Correct answer
Explanation

France has been a key partner in India's efforts to promote regional cooperation in the Indian Ocean region, collaborating on maritime security, counter-piracy operations, and sustainable development initiatives.

Multiple choice

The DSC Prize for South Asian Literature is open to writers from which countries?

  1. India

  2. Pakistan

  3. Bangladesh

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The DSC Prize for South Asian Literature is open to writers from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, and the Maldives.

Multiple choice

Which country was the first to witness a Kathakali performance outside of India?

  1. United States

  2. United Kingdom

  3. France

  4. Germany
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The first Kathakali performance outside of India took place in London, United Kingdom, in 1931.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the annual bilateral dialogue between India and the United States?

  1. Strategic Dialogue

  2. Comprehensive Dialogue

  3. Ministerial Dialogue

  4. Security Dialogue
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Strategic Dialogue is the annual bilateral dialogue between India and the United States, established in 2009.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the annual bilateral dialogue between India and Canada?

  1. Strategic Dialogue

  2. Comprehensive Dialogue

  3. Ministerial Dialogue

  4. Security Dialogue
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Ministerial Dialogue is the annual bilateral dialogue between India and Canada.

Multiple choice

India's first Free Trade Agreement (FTA) was signed with which country?

  1. Sri Lanka

  2. Nepal

  3. Bangladesh

  4. Pakistan
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A Correct answer
Explanation

India's first FTA was signed with Sri Lanka in 1998.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a member of the South Asian Free Trade Area (SAFTA)?

  1. India

  2. Pakistan

  3. Bangladesh

  4. Afghanistan
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Afghanistan is not a member of SAFTA.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a member of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP)?

  1. India

  2. China

  3. Japan

  4. United States
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The United States is not a member of RCEP.

Multiple choice

What was the outcome of the Sylhet Referendum?

  1. Sylhet voted to join India

  2. Sylhet voted to join Pakistan

  3. Sylhet voted to remain an independent state

  4. Sylhet voted to join Burma
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B Correct answer
Explanation

In the Sylhet Referendum, 58.46% of the votes were cast in favor of joining Pakistan, while 41.54% of the votes were cast in favor of joining India.

Multiple choice

Which Himalayan country is known as the 'Land of the Thunder Dragon'?

  1. Nepal

  2. Bhutan

  3. India

  4. China
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Bhutan is known as the 'Land of the Thunder Dragon'.

Multiple choice

Which country collaborated with India to establish the National Centre for Excellence in the Teaching of Mathematics?

  1. United Kingdom

  2. France

  3. Japan

  4. Germany
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The United Kingdom collaborated with India to set up the National Centre for Excellence in the Teaching of Mathematics.

Multiple choice

What is the significance of the Ascendant in astrocartography?

  1. It represents the starting point of the astrological chart.

  2. It indicates the most favorable location for starting a family.

  3. It reveals the best place for pursuing spiritual growth.

  4. It shows the most compatible location for romantic relationships.
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Ascendant, also known as the Rising Sign, represents the starting point of the astrological chart. It is the point on the horizon that was rising at the time of birth and is associated with a person's physical appearance, personality, and overall life direction.

Multiple choice

Which country has the longest border with India?

  1. Bangladesh

  2. Pakistan

  3. China

  4. Nepal
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Bangladesh has the longest border with India, stretching over 4,096 kilometers.

Multiple choice

Which country is India's largest cultural partner?

  1. United States

  2. United Kingdom

  3. France

  4. Russia
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The United States is India's largest cultural partner, with a long history of educational and cultural exchanges.

Multiple choice

Which country is India's largest defense partner?

  1. Russia

  2. United States

  3. France

  4. Israel
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Russia is India's largest defense partner, with a long history of cooperation in arms sales and joint military exercises.