1. Where are the NATO Headquarters?
[A] Iraq
[B] New york
[C] Brussels
[D] London
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Correct Answer: C [Brussels]
Notes:
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) headquarters are located at Boulevard Leopold III in Brussels, Belgium. The 41-hectare campus is located on the outskirts of Brussels. The design of the campus is meant to symbolize unity, with fingers interlaced in a clasp.
NATO was established in 1949 when 28 countries signed the North Atlantic Treaty. The organization’s purpose is to protect the freedom and security of its member nations. NATO’s military headquarters are located near Mons, Belgium.
2. Japan attacked Pearl Harbor on which date during World War-II?
[A] January 7, 1941
[B] December 20, 1941
[C] March 7, 1941
[D] December 7, 1941
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Correct Answer: D [December 7, 1941]
Notes:
The attack on Pearl Harbor was a surprise military strike by by Japan on the US naval base at Pearl Harbor in Honolulu on December 7, 1941. Till that date, United States was neutral but entered into Second World War after this.
3. With which among the following , United Nations Security Council Resolution 1386 is related ?
[A] Sanctions against Iraq
[B] Sanctions against Iran
[C] Establishment of the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) in Afghanistan
[D] Sanctions against North Korea
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Correct Answer: C [Establishment of the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) in Afghanistan]
Notes:
United Nations Security Council Resolution 1386, adopted in December 2001, authorized the establishment of the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) in Afghanistan. This resolution aimed to assist the Afghan Interim Authority in maintaining security and stability following the U.S.-led invasion that ousted the Taliban regime. ISAF was initially a NATO-led mission, marking the first time NATO took command of a military operation outside Europe.
4. International Network of Bamboo & Rattan (INBAR) is located at:
[A] Guwahati
[B] Colombo
[C] Beijing
[D] Dhaka
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Correct Answer: C [Beijing]
Notes:
The International Network of Bamboo and Rattan (INBAR) is headquartered in Beijing, China. Established in 1997, INBAR focuses on promoting bamboo and rattan as sustainable resources for economic development and environmental conservation. Bamboo is known for its rapid growth and versatility, making it a key material in sustainable construction and crafts.
5. Which among the following observance was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1972 at the Stockholm Conference?
[A] World Water Day
[B] World Wetlands Day
[C] World Environment Day
[D] Earth Day
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Correct Answer: C [World Environment Day]
Notes:
The correct answer is World Environment Day, established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1972 during the Stockholm Conference. This observance aims to raise awareness about environmental issues and promote sustainable practices. The first World Environment Day was celebrated on June 5, 1974, and it has since become a global platform for public outreach, with a different theme each year.
6. Who wrote “Humayun-nama”?
[A] Humayun
[B] Abul Fazal
[C] Gulbadan Begum
[D] Mulla Daud
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Correct Answer: C [Gulbadan Begum]
Notes:
Humayun-nama is a historical account of the life of the Mughal Emperor Humayun. The book was written by Gulbadan Begum, who was Humayun’s half-sister. It is considered significant as it provides an in-depth reflection of life during the Mughal era, offering extensive details about the Emperor’s life and the sociopolitical atmosphere of the time.
7. Which famous poet wrote ‘Laila Majnu’ ?
[A] Amir Khusrau
[B] Hasan Nizami
[C] Mulla Daud
[D] Abul Fazal
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Correct Answer: A [Amir Khusrau]
Notes:
The famous Sufi poet, Amir khusro wrote a famous masnavi on the love story of Laila and Majnu, “Laila Majnu”. Excerpts of the works done by him are Tughluq Nama, Wast-ul-Hayat, Nuh Sipihr, Ashiqa, Khamsa, Baqia-Naqia, etc. He was the court poet of Alauddin Khilji and a spiritual disciple of Nizamuddin Auliya, Delhi.
8. The United Nations Sasakawa Award is given for the:
[A] maintenance of international peace and security
[B] disaster risk reduction
[C] outstanding works in the field of journalism
[D] poverty reduction
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Correct Answer: B [disaster risk reduction]
Notes:
The United Nations Sasakawa Award for Disaster Reduction is awarded to an individual or institutions that have taken active efforts in reducing disaster risk in their communities and advocates for disaster risk reduction.
9. Consider the following differences between International Monetary Fund and World Bank:
- While main task of World Bank is to fight poverty, IMF aims to economically strengthen its member countries.
- While IMF provides only short term loans, World Bank provides both short term and long term loans.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] 1 Only
[B] 2 Only
[C] Both 1 and 2
[D] Neither 1 nor 2
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Correct Answer: C [Both 1 and 2]
Notes:
Both the statements are correct.
10. Where are the headquarters of International Paralympic Committee?
[A] Germany
[B] Bulgaria
[C] Spain
[D] England
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Correct Answer: A [Germany ]
Notes:
The International Paralympic Committee is a governing body for the Paralympic Movement. Its headquarters are in Bonn, Germany.
