CURRENT AFFAIRS

2018

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
How many member countries are in SAARC?
A
7
B
8
C
9
D
6
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -SAARC has eight member countries (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri-Lanka).

Detailed explanation-2: -It was established in 1985 when the Heads of State of Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka formally adopted the charter. Afghanistan joined as the 8th member of SAARC in 2007.

Detailed explanation-3: -Afghanistan became the newest member of SAARC at the 13th annual summit in 2005. China and Japan were granted observer status at the same.

Detailed explanation-4: -Hours after Indian PM Narendra Modi decided to boycott the SAARC Summit in Islamabad in the wake of Uri terror attack Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Bhutan, Maldives and Sri Lanka have pulled out of the summit.

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