Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Contemporary World Politics: Contemporary South Asia

Question:

When did Afghanistan join SAARC?

Options:

2004

2005

2006

2007

Correct Answer:

2007

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 4 - 2007

2007: Afghanistan joins 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.