1. In which year,Bharat Ratna was announced for Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose?
[A] 1988
[B] 1991
[C] 1992
[D] 1996
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Correct Answer: C [1992]
Notes:
In 1992, the Government of India decided to confer Bharat Ratna to Subhash Chandra Bose, but it was opposed by some members of his family who had refused to accept the fact of his death. In 1997 as per the Supreme Court’s verdict Bose’s award was cancelled. It is the only case in India when the award was announced but not conferred.
2. Which among the following is known as Treaty on European Union?
[A] Lisbon Treaty
[B] Paris Treaty
[C] Maastricht Treaty
[D] Treaty of Rome
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Correct Answer: C [Maastricht Treaty]
Notes:
The Maastricht Treaty is responsible for the establishment of the European Union in 1993, and it introduced the concept of European citizenship.
3. In which of the following regions of world United Nations Population Fund does not work?
[A] Middle East
[B] South America
[C] North America
[D] Asia
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Correct Answer: C [North America]
Notes:
UNFPA supports programs in140 countries in four areas, the Arab States and Europe, Asia and the Pacific, Latin America and the Caribbean, and the sub-Saharan Africa
4. Which global organization is associated with the Agreement on the Application of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures, which outlines how governments can implement food safety and animal and plant health measures?
[A] World Economic Forum
[B] World Health Organization
[C] World Trade Organization
[D] Food and Agriculture Organization
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Correct Answer: C [World Trade Organization]
Notes:
The Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures (SPS) Agreement instructs governments on food safety and animal and plant health measures implementation, in addition to offering instructions on most-favoured-nation treatment and the general elimination of quantitative restrictions under the WTO framework. Commonly known as the SPS Agreement, it was established during the Uruguay Round of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade and came into force with the creation of the WTO in early 1995.
5. Out of the 15 members of the United Nations Security Council, assent of how many is required to make a decision?
[A] 5 Permanent & 5 Non-Permanent Members
[B] 5 Permanent & 8 Non-Permanent Members
[C] 5 Permanent & 4 Non-Permanent Members
[D] 5 Permanent & 2 Non-Permanent Members
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Correct Answer: C [5 Permanent & 4 Non-Permanent Members]
Notes:
The correct answer is “5 Permanent & 4 Non-Permanent Members.” In the United Nations Security Council, a decision requires the affirmative votes of at least 9 out of 15 members, which includes all 5 permanent members (China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States) and 4 non-permanent members. This structure ensures that both permanent and non-permanent members have a important role in decision-making. Notably, any of the permanent members can veto a substantive resolution, which is a unique feature of the Security Council.
6. World Consumer Rights Day is observed on which date?
[A] March 15
[B] April 15
[C] May 15
[D] June 15
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Correct Answer: A [March 15]
Notes:
World Consumer Rights Day is observed on March 15th every year. This day is dedicated to promoting and raising awareness about consumer rights and responsibilities around the world. It provides an opportunity to highlight the importance of consumer protection, fair business practices, and the need for consumer advocacy.
7. The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) is a forum for 21 Pacific Rim countries that seeks to promote free trade and economic cooperation throughout the Asia-Pacific region. How many ASEAN Countries are members of APEC?
[A] 4
[B] 5
[C] 6
[D] 7
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Correct Answer: D [7]
Notes:
The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) is a forum for 21 Pacific Rim countries. It has 7 ASEAN countries. It was established in 1989.
8. Economic and Social Commission for Asia and Pacific (ESCAP) is an organization under which of the following?
[A] World Bank
[B] United Nations
[C] World Economic Forum
[D] International Monetary Fund
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Correct Answer: B [United Nations]
Notes:
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and Pacific (ESCAP) is an organization under United Nations. It is one of the five regional commissions under the jurisdiction of the United Nations Economic and Social Council. It is located in Thailand.
9. What is the number of members in Economic Community of West African States (Ecowas)?
[A] 14
[B] 16
[C] 18
[D] 20
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Correct Answer: B [16]
Notes:
The Economic Community of West African States, also known as ECOWAS, is a regional political and economic union of fifteen countries located in West Africa. The 15 members are Benin, Burkina Faso, Cabo Verde, Cote d’Ivoire, The Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, and Togo.
10. Indian Ocean Rim Association for Regional Cooperation (IOR-ARC) was initiated by which among the following countries?
[A] India
[B] Sri Lanka
[C] Maldives
[D] Mauritius
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Correct Answer: D [Mauritius]
Notes:
Indian Ocean Rim Association for Regional Cooperation (IOR-ARC) was initiated by Mauritius. It was formed in march 1997.
