1. Which of the following countries is not a member of BIMSTEC?
[A] China
[B] Bhutan
[C] Nepal
[D] Myanmar
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Correct Answer: A [China ]
Notes:China is not a member of BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation). BIMSTEC is a regional organization comprising of countries in South Asia and Southeast Asia that border the Bay of Bengal. The member countries of BIMSTEC are:
- Bangladesh
- Bhutan
- India
- Myanmar
- Nepal
- Sri Lanka
- Thailand
China is not a member of BIMSTEC; it is not located along the Bay of Bengal and is not part of the South Asian or Southeast Asian region covered by this organization.
2. Which among the following agencies is not based in Basel, Switzerland?
[A] Bank for International Settlements ( BIS)
[B] Financial Stability Forum (FSF)
[C] Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)]
Notes:
The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is not based in Basel, Switzerland. it is headquartered in Paris, France. The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) and the Financial Stability Forum (FSF) are both located in Basel. The OECD, established in 1961, focuses on economic development and policy coordination among member countries.
3. International Day of the World’s Indigenous People is observed on which date every year?
[A] August 9
[B] August 19
[C] August 29
[D] August 15
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Correct Answer: A [August 9]
Notes:
The International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples is observed on August 9 each year. The day is also known as World Tribal Day. The day is a time to celebrate indigenous communities and their knowledge. It also recognizes the contributions that indigenous people make to the world, such as environmental protection.
The day was chosen to commemorate the first meeting of the UN Working Group on Indigenous Populations in Geneva in 1982.
The theme for 2023 was “Indigenous Youth as Agents of Change for Self-determination”. The day will be observed online on Wednesday, August 9, 2023.
4. In which of the following countries Patriot Day is observed every year in the month of September ?
[A] USA
[B] UK
[C] India
[D] Britan
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Correct Answer: A [USA]
Notes:
In the United States, Patriot Day occurs on September 11 of each year, designated in memory of September 11, 2001, attacks.
5. On which date International Women’s Day was observed?
[A] March 8
[B] March 11
[C] March 18
[D] March 28
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Correct Answer: A [March 8]
Notes:
International Women’s Day is observed on March 8 each year. This date was officially recognized by the United Nations in 1977, although its roots trace back to the early 20th century, with the first official celebration occurring in 1911. The day highlights women’s achievements and advocates for gender equality globally.
6. Which among the following is not a member country of the Mekong Ganga Cooperation?
[A] India
[B] Bangladesh
[C] Thailand
[D] Vietnam
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Correct Answer: B [Bangladesh]
Notes:
Mekong Ganga Cooperation was established in 2000 and the 6 members are Thailand, Cambodia, Lao PDR, Vietnam, India
7. Which among the following is the premier Submarine Training Establishment of the Indian Navy?
[A] INS Amba
[B] INS Saatvahana
[C] INS Sindhuvir
[D] INS Chakra
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Correct Answer: B [INS Saatvahana]
Notes:
The correct answer is INS Satvahana. It is the premier submarine training establishment of the Indian Navy, located in Visakhapatnam. Established in 1985, INS Satvahana focuses on training personnel in submarine operations and tactics, enhancing India’s underwater warfare capabilities. The name “Satvahana” refers to the ancient Indian dynasty known for its maritime trade and naval prowess.
8. The 40+9 recommendations are related to which among the following organizations/ bodies?
[A] Global Task Force on Implications and Policy
[B] Financial Action Task Force
[C] G-20
[D] Global Task Force on Cholera Control
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Correct Answer: B [Financial Action Task Force]
Notes:
The 40+9 Recommendations are related to the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). The FATF is an intergovernmental body that sets international standards to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing. The 40+9 Recommendations are the international standards for combating these illegal activities.
The FATF first issued its Forty Recommendations in 1990. In 2004, the FATF published the Ninth Special Recommendations (SR). These recommendations further strengthened the international standards. In February 2012, the FATF revised the 40 and IX Recommendations. The revised recommendations integrated the SR on terrorist financing with measures against money laundering. The revised recommendations covered issues such as the financing of weapons of mass destruction.
The FATF Recommendations are not binding in the way a law or contract would be.
9. Which among the following international bodies have taken active interest in launching the “Global Tiger Initiative” to save tigers and conserve tiger habitats?
[A] United Nations Environment Programme
[B] World Bank
[C] World Wildlife Institute
[D] World Economic Forum
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Correct Answer: B [World Bank]
Notes:
The Global Tiger Initiative (GTI) was launched in the year 2008. It objective was to save wild tigers from extinction. The World Bank Group hosted the GTI Secretariat till and also acted as a convener of the global network to save wild tigers and snow leopards from extinction.
10. Who is the author of the book ‘The Perils of Democracy’?
[A] P. S. Ramamohan Rao
[B] P. C. Alexander
[C] Gurudas Kamat
[D] Shankar Dayal Sharma
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Correct Answer: B [P. C. Alexander]
Notes:
The book ‘The Perils of Democracy’ is authored by P.C. Alexander. This book provides a comprehensive examination of the democracy and constitution of India. Alexander with his deep knowledge and experience in politics, discusses the advantages and disadvantages of democracy, its implications on the Indian constitution, and offers insights into how it can affect the citizens and the nation as a whole.