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Questions and Answers
Where was SAARC founded?
Where was SAARC founded?
- Dhaka (correct)
- Delhi
- Colombo
- Kathmandu
Which country is not a member of SAARC?
Which country is not a member of SAARC?
- Pakistan
- Myanmar (correct)
- Maldives
- Afghanistan
What percentage of the world's population does SAARC comprise?
What percentage of the world's population does SAARC comprise?
- 3%
- 21% (correct)
- 10%
- 50%
When was the South Asian Free Trade Area launched?
When was the South Asian Free Trade Area launched?
Which organization does SAARC maintain permanent diplomatic relations with?
Which organization does SAARC maintain permanent diplomatic relations with?
Which country is not a member of SAARC?
Which country is not a member of SAARC?
Which city is the secretariat of SAARC located in?
Which city is the secretariat of SAARC located in?
When was SAARC founded?
When was SAARC founded?
Which region does SAARC cover?
Which region does SAARC cover?
Which economic initiative was launched by SAARC in 2006?
Which economic initiative was launched by SAARC in 2006?
Study Notes
SAARC Overview
- SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation) was founded in Dhaka, Bangladesh in 1985.
- It comprises 8 member countries: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.
- The region covered by SAARC is South Asia.
Structure and Operations
- The SAARC secretariat is located in Kathmandu, Nepal.
- SAARC maintains permanent diplomatic relations with several international organizations.
Economic Initiatives
- The South Asian Free Trade Area (SAFTA) was launched in 2006.
- SAFTA aims to reduce tariffs and increase trade among SAARC member countries.
Demographics
- SAARC comprises around 21% of the world's population.
Non-Member Countries
- Turkey is not a member of SAARC.
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Test your knowledge about SAARC - the regional intergovernmental organization of South Asia! Discover fascinating facts about its member countries, land area, population, and economic contribution. Challenge yourself with questions on Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. How well do you know SAARC?
