Question 1

The World Economic Forum (WEF) annual summit in 2024 was held in which Swiss city, and what was the primary theme of the summit?

Accepted Answer

The World Economic Forum's annual summit in 2024 was held in Davos, Switzerland, from January 15-19, 2024. The primary theme was 'Rebuilding Trust' and focused on addressing global challenges including geopolitical tensions, economic inequality, and technological disruption.

Question 2

The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit held in 2023 was hosted by which country, and which nation was admitted as a new member at this summit?

Accepted Answer

India hosted the SCO summit in July 2023 in New Delhi. Belarus was admitted as a new member state at this summit, becoming the 10th full member of the SCO.

Question 3

The G20 presidency rotates annually among member nations. Which country held the G20 presidency in 2023?

Accepted Answer

India held the G20 presidency in 2023, taking over from Indonesia (2022). India's presidency focused on the theme 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' (The World is One Family) and concluded with the New Delhi Leaders' Declaration in September 2023.

Question 4

The BRICS summit held in 2023 was hosted by which country, and what was the major expansion decision taken at this summit?

Accepted Answer

South Africa hosted the BRICS summit in August 2023 in Johannesburg. The major decision was the formal invitation to six new member countries (Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and UAE) to join BRICS, effective January 1, 2024.

Question 5

The BRICS summit held in 2023 was hosted by which country?

Accepted Answer

The 15th BRICS Summit was held in Johannesburg, South Africa in August 2023. This summit was significant for the expansion of BRICS membership to include six new member states: Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, effective January 1, 2024. Therefore, answer is A.

Question 6

The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in 2023 was held in which city?

Accepted Answer

The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in 2023 was held in New Delhi, India in July 2023. India held the rotating presidency of SCO during this period. The summit focused on regional security, economic cooperation, and counterterrorism. Therefore, answer is C.

Question 7

The World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2024 was held in which Swiss city?

Accepted Answer

The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2024 was held in Davos, Switzerland in January 2024. Davos is the traditional venue for the WEF Annual Meeting, held every year in this Alpine town. The 2024 meeting focused on global economic challenges and geopolitical tensions. Therefore, answer is A.

Question 8

The Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) summit in 2023 was held in which country?

Accepted Answer

The 19th Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit was held in Uganda in August 2023. Uganda, under the presidency of Yoweri Museveni, hosted this summit in Kampala. The summit focused on global peace, development, and the challenges faced by developing nations. Therefore, answer is D.

Question 9

The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in 2022 was held in which city?

Accepted Answer

The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in 2022 was held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan in September 2022. This was a significant summit where India held the rotating presidency. Therefore, answer is B.

Question 10

India held the presidency of which international organization during 2023-2024?

Accepted Answer

India held the presidency of the G20 during 2023-2024, taking over from Indonesia. India hosted the G20 summit in New Delhi on September 9-10, 2023, and successfully concluded its presidency on November 30, 2023 (formally transferred to Brazil). Therefore, answer is A.

Question 11

The World Economic Forum (WEF) annual summit is traditionally held in which Swiss city?

Accepted Answer

The World Economic Forum's annual summit is traditionally held in Davos, Switzerland. This annual gathering of global leaders, business executives, and intellectuals has been held in Davos since 1971. Therefore, answer is D.

Question 12

The QUAD (Quadrilateral Security Dialogue) is a strategic alliance between which four countries?

Accepted Answer

The QUAD is a strategic alliance between India, Japan, Australia, and the United States. These four countries formed this dialogue to promote a free and open Indo-Pacific region. Therefore, answer is C.

Question 13

The NATO summit held in 2023 resulted in which country formally joining the alliance as its newest member?

Accepted Answer

Finland formally joined NATO on April 4, 2023, becoming the 31st member state. This followed Sweden's application, though Sweden's accession process took longer and was completed in March 2024. Finland's membership was a direct response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Question 14

The NATO Summit held in Vilnius, Lithuania in July 2023 made a historic decision regarding which country's membership application?

Accepted Answer

The NATO Summit held in Vilnius, Lithuania in July 2023 made a historic decision to invite Finland to join NATO as its 31st member state. Finland's accession was formally completed in April 2023, but the Vilnius summit reaffirmed NATO's commitment to the alliance. However, the most significant decision at Vilnius was regarding Ukraine's NATO membership path. The summit issued a statement on Ukraine's NATO membership prospects but stopped short of offering an immediate Membership Action Plan (MAP). Option B correctly identifies that the summit addressed Ukraine's NATO membership prospects and the decision to keep the door open without immediate MAP. Option A incorrectly suggests Finland's membership was decided at Vilnius (Finland joined before the summit). Option C incorrectly names Georgia (not offered membership at Vilnius). Option D incorrectly references Sweden (Sweden completed NATO membership in March 2024, after the Vilnius summit).

Question 15

The G20 Presidency rotated to India in 2023. Which country held the G20 Presidency immediately before India, and what was the theme of India's G20 Presidency?

Accepted Answer

Indonesia held the G20 Presidency in 2022, immediately before India assumed the presidency in 2023. India's G20 Presidency theme was 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' (The World is One Family), derived from ancient Sanskrit texts. This theme emphasized inclusive growth and development. Option D correctly identifies Indonesia as the previous president and India's theme as 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam'. Option A incorrectly names Saudi Arabia (held presidency in 2020) and uses a wrong theme. Option B incorrectly identifies Italy (held presidency in 2021) and misattributes a theme. Option C incorrectly names USA (never held G20 presidency in recent years) and uses an incorrect theme.

Question 16

The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) expanded its membership in 2023. Which two countries were granted full membership status at the SCO Summit held in New Delhi?

Accepted Answer

The Shanghai Cooperation Organization held its summit in New Delhi, India in July 2023. At this summit, Belarus and Iran were granted full membership status in the SCO. This was a significant expansion as Iran had been seeking membership for years, and Belarus joined as a full member. Option A correctly identifies Belarus and Iran as the two countries granted full membership in 2023. Option B incorrectly names Pakistan (already a full member since 2017) and Afghanistan (granted dialogue partner status, not full membership). Option C incorrectly lists Tajikistan (already a founding member) and Kyrgyzstan (already a founding member). Option D incorrectly identifies Turkey and Egypt (neither were granted membership at 2023 summit).

Question 17

Which international summit, held in 2022, adopted the 'Bangkok Declaration' and focused on regional cooperation in Southeast Asia?

Accepted Answer

The East Asia Summit (EAS) held in Bangkok, Thailand in November 2022 adopted the Bangkok Declaration. The EAS is a regional forum that includes ASEAN member states plus dialogue partners including India, Japan, USA, China, Russia, South Korea, Australia, and New Zealand. Option C correctly identifies the East Asia Summit and Bangkok Declaration. Option A incorrectly references ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF), which is a different mechanism. Option B incorrectly names RCEP (Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership), which is a trade agreement, not a summit producing declarations. Option D incorrectly identifies SAARC, which is South Asian, not Southeast Asian.

Question 18

The QUAD (Quadrilateral Security Dialogue) is a strategic partnership between four Indo-Pacific nations. Which country is NOT a member of the QUAD?

Accepted Answer

The QUAD comprises four countries: India, Japan, Australia, and the United States. These four nations form the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue focused on maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific region. South Korea, while an important Indo-Pacific nation and US ally, is not a formal QUAD member. Therefore, the answer is C.

Question 19

The BRICS Summit held in 2023 expanded the organization by admitting new member states. Which country was NOT among the new members admitted at the 2023 BRICS Summit in Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

At the 15th BRICS Summit held in Johannesburg, South Africa in August 2023, six new countries were invited to join BRICS: Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Indonesia, despite being a major Southeast Asian economy and having observer status in BRICS, was not admitted as a new member at this summit. Therefore, the answer is C.

Question 20

The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) expanded its membership in 2023. Which of the following countries was granted full membership status at the SCO Summit in New Delhi in 2023?

Accepted Answer

At the SCO Summit held in New Delhi in July 2023, Belarus was granted full membership status in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. This was a significant expansion as Belarus became the first European country to achieve full membership. Therefore, the answer is B.

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