Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Contemporary World Politics: Contemporary South Asia

Question:

What is the full form of SAARC?

Options:

South Asian Association and Regional Co-operation

South Asian Association for Regional Co-operation

South Asian Agency of Regional Co-operation

South Asian Association of Retained Co-operation

Correct Answer:

South Asian Association for Regional Co-operation

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4) → 2007

SAARC stands for South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC).

SAARC: The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) is a major regional initiative by the South Asian states to evolve cooperation through multilateral means. It began in 1985. Unfortunately, due to persisting political differences, SAARC has not had much success. SAARC members signed the South Asian Free Trade (SAFTA) agreement which promised the formation of a free trade zone for the whole of South Asia. The 18th SAARC Summit was held in Kathmandu, Nepal. In 2007 Afghanistan joins SAARC.