GK Quiz on BRICS Summit and NATO Countries

Are you well-versed in international relations and global alliances? Test your knowledge of BRICS and NATO by taking this quiz. From the establishment of BRICS to its most recent summit, and from the early years of NATO to its current growth, this quiz will challenge your understanding of two of the most important international organizations. 

Whether you are a political student or an enthusiast of international cooperation, these questions will guide you through the historical and contemporary roles of BRICS and NATO. Are you ready to find out how much you know about these powerful alliances? Let's dive into this quiz and test your knowledge!

General Knowledge Quiz on BRICS Summit and NATO Countries

BRICS Summit Questions

1. What does BRICS stand for?
• A) Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa
• B) Brazil, Russia, India, Canada, South Africa
• C) Brazil, Russia, Italy, China, South Africa
• D) Brazil, Russia, India, China, Singapore
  Answer: A) Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa
2. When was the first BRICS summit held?
• A) 2008
• B) 2009
• C) 2010
• D) 2011
  Answer: B) 2009
3. Which country hosted the 14th BRICS summit?
• A) India
• B) China
• C) South Africa
• D) Russia
  Answer: B) China
4. What was the theme of the 12th BRICS summit held in November 2020?
• A) Sustainable Development and Growth
• B) BRICS Partnership for Global Stability, Shared Security and Innovative Growth
• C) Economic Cooperation and Trade
• D) Innovation and Technology
  Answer: B) BRICS Partnership for Global Stability, Shared Security and Innovative Growth
  
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5. Which countries were admitted to BRICS in June 2024?
• A) Argentina and Nigeria
• B) Egypt, Iran, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Ethiopia
• C) Thailand and Kazakhstan
• D) Indonesia and Senegal
  Answer: B) Egypt, Iran, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Ethiopia

NATO Countries Questions

1. How many countries were part of NATO at its founding in 1949?
• A) 10
• B) 12
• C) 14
• D) 16
  Answer: B) 12 
2. As of January 2025, how many member nations are in NATO?
• A) 30
• B) 31
• C) 32
• D) 33
  Answer: C) 32 
3. Which country is the newest member of NATO?
• A) Finland
• B) Sweden
• C) North Macedonia
• D) Montenegro
  Answer: B) Sweden (joined on March 7, 2024).
4. What is the primary purpose of NATO?
• A) Economic cooperation among member states
• B) Military alliance for mutual defense
• C) Cultural exchange programs
• D) Environmental protection initiatives
  Answer: B) Military alliance for mutual defense.
5. Which of the following countries was NOT a founding member of NATO?
• A) Canada
• B) Italy
• C) Germany
• D) United Kingdom
  Answer: C) Germany (joined later in 1955).
  

Congratulations on completing the quiz! Understanding the dynamics of global organizations like BRICS and NATO in today's interdependent world is important. From the formation of NATO to the latest developments in the BRICS partnership, these groups play pivotal roles in shaping global policies and security. 

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Whether you aced the quiz or learned something new, it's clear that both BRICS and NATO are central to international relations. Keep learning about and keeping updated on these key partnerships—they determine the course that global cooperation will take in defining the future for stability. Continue to be inquisitive and test your international affairs knowledge!