Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Contemporary World Politics: Contemporary South Asia

Question:

When was the SAARC Charter signed by the South Asian leaders?

Options:

7th November 1985

8th December 1985

9th January 1987

5th December, 1988

Correct Answer:

8th December 1985

Explanation:

The South Asian leaders signed the SAARC Charter on 8th December 1985.

SAARC stands for the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation. It is a regional intergovernmental organization and geopolitical union in South Asia. SAARC was established on December 8, 1985, with the primary objective of promoting regional cooperation and development among South Asian countries.

The member countries of SAARC are:
Afghanistan
Bangladesh
Bhutan
India
Maldives
Nepal
Pakistan
Sri Lanka