Q.1 Which organization is primarily responsible for maintaining international peace and security?
World Bank
United Nations
International Monetary Fund
World Trade Organization
Explanation - The United Nations (UN) was established in 1945 to promote peace, security, and cooperation among countries worldwide.
Correct answer is: United Nations
Q.2 The G7 group consists of which type of countries?
Emerging economies
Developed economies
Oil-exporting nations
European countries only
Explanation - The G7 (Group of Seven) is an organization of seven major advanced economies: Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Correct answer is: Developed economies
Q.3 What is the primary objective of the Paris Agreement under the UNFCCC?
Promote free trade
Combat climate change
Enhance global cybersecurity
Resolve territorial disputes
Explanation - The Paris Agreement (2015) aims to limit global warming to below 2°C above pre-industrial levels by reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Correct answer is: Combat climate change
Q.4 Which country was the first to recognize Kosovo’s independence in 2008?
United States
Russia
China
India
Explanation - The United States officially recognized Kosovo as an independent state on February 18, 2008.
Correct answer is: United States
Q.5 Which international organization provides loans and grants to the poorest countries for development projects?
World Bank
IMF
UNESCO
NATO
Explanation - The World Bank provides financial and technical assistance to developing countries to reduce poverty and support development.
Correct answer is: World Bank
Q.6 What is the main function of the International Monetary Fund (IMF)?
Trade negotiations
Financial stability and lending
Environmental protection
Humanitarian aid
Explanation - The IMF monitors the global economy, provides financial assistance to countries in crisis, and offers policy advice for stability.
Correct answer is: Financial stability and lending
Q.7 Which treaty established the European Union?
Treaty of Rome
Treaty of Maastricht
Treaty of Versailles
Treaty of Lisbon
Explanation - The Treaty of Maastricht (1992) formally created the European Union and introduced the concept of European citizenship.
Correct answer is: Treaty of Maastricht
Q.8 The BRICS grouping includes which of the following countries?
Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa
Belgium, Romania, Italy, Czech, Spain
Bangladesh, Rwanda, Indonesia, Chile, Sweden
Bolivia, Russia, Ireland, Canada, Singapore
Explanation - BRICS is an association of five major emerging national economies: Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa.
Correct answer is: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa
Q.9 Which country holds the rotating presidency of the UN Security Council for one month at a time?
Permanent members only
All 15 members
Non-permanent members only
G7 nations only
Explanation - The presidency of the UN Security Council rotates monthly among all 15 member countries in alphabetical order.
Correct answer is: All 15 members
Q.10 Which of the following countries is NOT a permanent member of the UN Security Council?
United Kingdom
France
Germany
China
Explanation - The five permanent members of the UN Security Council are the USA, UK, France, Russia, and China. Germany is a non-permanent member when elected.
Correct answer is: Germany
Q.11 Which initiative aims to improve connectivity and economic cooperation between Asia, Europe, and Africa?
Belt and Road Initiative
Trans-Pacific Partnership
African Continental Free Trade Area
Mercosur
Explanation - China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) aims to develop trade and infrastructure networks connecting Asia with Europe and Africa.
Correct answer is: Belt and Road Initiative
Q.12 Which country hosted the first United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP1) in 1995?
Germany
Switzerland
Italy
Japan
Explanation - The first Conference of the Parties (COP1) to the UNFCCC was held in Berlin, Germany, in 1995.
Correct answer is: Germany
Q.13 Which country is the largest contributor to the UN peacekeeping budget?
United States
China
India
Japan
Explanation - The United States contributes the highest percentage to the UN peacekeeping budget, around 27.89% as of recent years.
Correct answer is: United States
Q.14 Which international organization is responsible for setting global standards in aviation safety?
World Bank
ICAO
WHO
UNESCO
Explanation - The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) sets international aviation standards and regulations to ensure safety and security.
Correct answer is: ICAO
Q.15 The Doha Round is associated with which international organization?
World Trade Organization
United Nations
IMF
OECD
Explanation - The Doha Round is a trade-negotiation round of the World Trade Organization aimed at lowering trade barriers globally.
Correct answer is: World Trade Organization
Q.16 Which African country recently became a member of the Commonwealth in 2022?
Rwanda
Kenya
Uganda
Ghana
Explanation - Rwanda joined the Commonwealth in 2009, strengthening diplomatic and trade ties, even though it was not a former British colony.
Correct answer is: Rwanda
Q.17 Which international agreement aims to prevent nuclear proliferation?
Kyoto Protocol
Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT)
Paris Agreement
Geneva Convention
Explanation - The NPT, signed in 1968, aims to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons and promote peaceful nuclear energy.
Correct answer is: Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT)
Q.18 Which country recently became the first to approve a legal digital currency by its central bank?
Bahamas
USA
China
Sweden
Explanation - The Bahamas launched the Sand Dollar in 2020, becoming the first country to officially implement a legal digital currency.
Correct answer is: Bahamas
Q.19 The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) primarily focuses on which area?
Regional security and economic cooperation
Global health issues
Space exploration
Environmental treaties
Explanation - The SCO, founded in 2001, aims to strengthen regional security, combat terrorism, and enhance economic cooperation in Eurasia.
Correct answer is: Regional security and economic cooperation
Q.20 Which country has the largest number of seats in the International Monetary Fund (IMF)?
United States
China
Japan
Germany
Explanation - The US holds the largest voting share in the IMF, giving it significant influence over policy decisions.
Correct answer is: United States
Q.21 Which global body launched the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2015?
United Nations
World Bank
OECD
IMF
Explanation - The UN introduced 17 SDGs in 2015 to address global challenges such as poverty, inequality, and climate change by 2030.
Correct answer is: United Nations
Q.22 Which country was the first to sign a free trade agreement with China under the Belt and Road Initiative?
Pakistan
Russia
Kazakhstan
Myanmar
Explanation - Pakistan signed a Free Trade Agreement with China as part of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, under the BRI framework.
Correct answer is: Pakistan
Q.23 The International Court of Justice is located in which city?
The Hague
Geneva
New York
London
Explanation - The International Court of Justice (ICJ), the principal judicial organ of the UN, is based in The Hague, Netherlands.
Correct answer is: The Hague
Q.24 Which Middle Eastern country recently normalized diplomatic relations with Israel in 2020 as part of the Abraham Accords?
United Arab Emirates
Saudi Arabia
Qatar
Oman
Explanation - The UAE formally normalized relations with Israel in 2020 through the Abraham Accords, opening trade, travel, and diplomatic ties.
Correct answer is: United Arab Emirates
Q.25 Which organization is responsible for maintaining international peace and security?
World Bank
United Nations
International Monetary Fund
World Trade Organization
Explanation - The United Nations (UN) was established in 1945 to promote peace, security, and cooperation among countries.
Correct answer is: United Nations
Q.26 The G7 group of nations includes all of the following except:
Canada
Japan
Russia
Italy
Explanation - The G7 consists of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK, and the USA. Russia was part of the G8 but was suspended in 2014.
Correct answer is: Russia
Q.27 Which treaty aims to limit the proliferation of nuclear weapons?
Kyoto Protocol
Geneva Convention
Non-Proliferation Treaty
Paris Agreement
Explanation - The Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) was signed in 1968 to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons.
Correct answer is: Non-Proliferation Treaty
Q.28 Where is the headquarters of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) located?
Paris
Washington D.C.
New York
London
Explanation - The IMF, established in 1944, has its headquarters in Washington D.C., USA, and provides financial support to member countries.
Correct answer is: Washington D.C.
Q.29 The term 'Brexit' refers to:
British exit from the European Union
British currency reform
Trade agreement between Britain and US
None of the above
Explanation - Brexit is a portmanteau of 'British Exit,' referring to the UK's withdrawal from the European Union after the 2016 referendum.
Correct answer is: British exit from the European Union
Q.30 Which international organization focuses on reducing global poverty?
World Bank
UNESCO
WHO
OPEC
Explanation - The World Bank provides financial and technical assistance to developing countries to reduce poverty and promote development.
Correct answer is: World Bank
Q.31 The Paris Agreement of 2015 aims to:
Control international trade
Mitigate climate change
Prevent nuclear war
Resolve territorial disputes
Explanation - The Paris Agreement is a global accord to combat climate change by limiting global warming to below 2°C above pre-industrial levels.
Correct answer is: Mitigate climate change
Q.32 Which country is a permanent member of the UN Security Council?
Germany
India
China
Brazil
Explanation - The five permanent members of the UN Security Council are China, France, Russia, the UK, and the USA, with veto powers.
Correct answer is: China
Q.33 The World Trade Organization (WTO) was established in:
1945
1995
1989
2001
Explanation - The WTO succeeded the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) in 1995 to regulate international trade.
Correct answer is: 1995
Q.34 Which organization publishes the 'Global Competitiveness Report'?
World Bank
IMF
World Economic Forum
OECD
Explanation - The World Economic Forum publishes annual reports analyzing the competitiveness of countries worldwide.
Correct answer is: World Economic Forum
Q.35 Which country holds the presidency of the European Union Council for a rotating term?
Germany
France
Any member state
Italy
Explanation - The presidency of the EU Council rotates among member states every six months.
Correct answer is: Any member state
Q.36 The term 'Multipolar world' refers to:
A world dominated by one superpower
A world dominated by two superpowers
A world with multiple influential nations
A world with no major powers
Explanation - A multipolar world is one where multiple countries have significant political, economic, and military influence.
Correct answer is: A world with multiple influential nations
Q.37 Which of the following countries is NOT part of ASEAN?
Thailand
Vietnam
India
Malaysia
Explanation - ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) includes 10 countries in Southeast Asia; India is not a member.
Correct answer is: India
Q.38 Which international organization handles global health issues?
UNICEF
World Health Organization
IMF
FAO
Explanation - WHO, a UN agency, coordinates international public health efforts, disease control, and health policy guidance.
Correct answer is: World Health Organization
Q.39 The term 'BRICS' refers to a group of emerging economies. Which country is part of BRICS?
South Korea
Brazil
Spain
Canada
Explanation - BRICS consists of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, representing major emerging economies.
Correct answer is: Brazil
Q.40 Which treaty created the European Union?
Treaty of Versailles
Treaty of Maastricht
Treaty of Paris
Treaty of Rome
Explanation - The Maastricht Treaty (1992) formally established the European Union and introduced the euro currency.
Correct answer is: Treaty of Maastricht
Q.41 Which country is a founding member of the United Nations?
Germany
Japan
India
Brazil
Explanation - India was one of the 51 founding members of the United Nations in 1945.
Correct answer is: India
Q.42 Which international organization sets global labor standards?
UNICEF
ILO
WHO
WTO
Explanation - The International Labour Organization (ILO) is a UN agency that sets international labor standards and promotes workers' rights.
Correct answer is: ILO
Q.43 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) primarily works on:
Conflict resolution
Human development and poverty reduction
Climate treaties
International trade agreements
Explanation - UNDP helps countries achieve sustainable development, reduce poverty, and improve governance.
Correct answer is: Human development and poverty reduction
Q.44 Which city hosts the headquarters of NATO?
Brussels
Geneva
The Hague
Vienna
Explanation - The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) headquarters is located in Brussels, Belgium.
Correct answer is: Brussels
Q.45 Which of the following is a major UN peacekeeping mission area?
Syria
Norway
Canada
Japan
Explanation - The UN conducts peacekeeping missions in conflict regions like Syria, South Sudan, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Correct answer is: Syria
Q.46 Which organization publishes the 'World Happiness Report'?
World Bank
UN
WHO
IMF
Explanation - The United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network publishes the World Happiness Report annually.
Correct answer is: UN
Q.47 The term 'Soft power' in international relations refers to:
Military influence
Economic sanctions
Cultural and diplomatic influence
Colonial expansion
Explanation - Soft power is the ability of a country to influence others through culture, values, and diplomacy rather than coercion.
Correct answer is: Cultural and diplomatic influence
Q.48 Which country first launched a satellite into space?
USA
Russia
China
France
Explanation - The Soviet Union (now Russia) launched Sputnik 1 in 1957, the first artificial satellite in orbit.
Correct answer is: Russia
Q.49 The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is located in:
The Hague
Geneva
New York
Vienna
Explanation - The ICJ, the principal judicial organ of the UN, is located in The Hague, Netherlands.
Correct answer is: The Hague