World Geography
Which island nation is the most populous in the world?
A
Philippines
B
Japan
C
Indonesia
D
Madagascar
Correct Answer:
C. Indonesia
Explanation:
Indonesia is the most populous island nation with over 270 million people spread across more than 17,000 islands.
Which two countries signed the AUKUS security pact in 2021 with Australia, focusing on Indo-Pacific stability?
A
France and Germany
B
United States and United Kingdom
C
Canada and Japan
D
India and Japan
Correct Answer:
B. United States and United Kingdom
Explanation:
The AUKUS pact was signed by Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States to enhance security cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.
The Silk Road historically connected which two major regions?
A
Europe and Africa
B
Asia and Europe
C
Americas and Europe
D
Africa and Asia
Correct Answer:
B. Asia and Europe
Explanation:
The Silk Road was an ancient trade route network connecting Asia and Europe, facilitating trade and cultural exchange for centuries.
Which country did not join the BRICS expansion announced in 2023?
A
Argentina
B
Iran
C
Egypt
D
Indonesia
Correct Answer:
D. Indonesia
Explanation:
Indonesia declined to join BRICS expansion in 2023. Argentina, Iran, Egypt, and UAE were invited; Argentina later declined under new leadership.
Which country became the 193rd UN member state in 2023?
A
Palestine
B
Kosovo
C
South Sudan
D
East Timor
Correct Answer:
A. Palestine
Explanation:
Palestine was granted UN observer state status in 2012 but achieved full membership recognition status upgrade discussions continued in 2023-24.
Which landlocked country is surrounded by 14 other nations?
A
Zambia
B
Niger
C
Kazakhstan
D
Kyrgyzstan
Explanation:
Niger is a landlocked country in West Africa surrounded by 7 countries. Kazakhstan is surrounded by 5 countries, making it one of the most landlocked-adjacent nations.
Which country announced its withdrawal from UNESCO in 2023?
A
Russia
B
China
C
United States
D
India
Correct Answer:
C. United States
Explanation:
The United States announced its withdrawal from UNESCO, citing concerns about the organization's bias. However, this was previously done in 2018 and rejoined in 2023.
Which organization did Mauritius chair as AOSIS leader in 2024 climate negotiations?
A
UNFCCC
B
UNCLOS
C
Small Island Developing States Alliance
D
SAARC
Correct Answer:
C. Small Island Developing States Alliance
Explanation:
Mauritius has been active in AOSIS (Alliance of Small Island States) representing vulnerable island nations in climate negotiations.
Who became the UN Secretary-General's Special Representative for Global Education in 2024?
A
Malala Yousafzai
B
Gordon Brown
C
Audrey Azoulay
D
Ban Ki-moon
Correct Answer:
B. Gordon Brown
Explanation:
Gordon Brown was appointed as UN Special Envoy for Global Education in 2024 to advance education goals.
Q.10
Hard
The Alps mountain range forms a border between how many countries?
A
4 countries
B
6 countries
C
8 countries
D
10 countries
Correct Answer:
C. 8 countries
Explanation:
The Alps form borders or are located within 8 countries: France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Liechtenstein, Germany, Slovenia, and Monaco.
