GCC - 02 Introduction - MCQs
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Who suggested the creation of a Gulf union as a mechanism for joint action among the Gulf states?

  • Ayatollah Khomeini
  • Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmad Al Sabah (correct)
  • Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan
  • The Shah of Iran
  • What event significantly sped up the process of establishing a Gulf union?

  • Formation of the revolutionary regime in Kuwait
  • Meeting of the foreign ministers in Abu Dhabi
  • Overthrow of the Shah of Iran in 1979 (correct)
  • Creation of the GCC Charter in 1981
  • Where did the foreign ministers of six countries meet to agree on the creation of the GCC?

  • Kuwait City
  • Abu Dhabi
  • Manama
  • Riyadh (correct)
  • What was one of the main objectives of the GCC mentioned in the text?

    <p>Strengthen people-to-people ties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many years did it take from the suggestion of Sheikh Jaber Al Sabah to the formal establishment of the GCC?

    <p>5 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Gulf state's leader toured other Gulf states in 1976 to consider joint action for security and stability?

    <p>Kuwait</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which body is responsible for preparing special studies related to cooperation, coordination, and planning for common action within the GCC?

    <p>Secretariat General</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for determining the overall policy of the GCC?

    <p>The Supreme Council</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often does the Dispute Settlement Commission meet?

    <p>Every three months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the voting procedure in the Ministerial Council?

    <p>Simple majority vote</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who appoints the Secretary-General of the Secretariat General?

    <p>Supreme Council</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of the Consultative Commission of the Supreme Council?

    <p>Thirty members, five from each Member State</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long is the term for which the Secretary-General of the Secretariat General is appointed?

    <p>Three years</p> Signup and view all the answers

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