Question

How many countries are members of 'SAARC'?
1. 8
2. 6
3. 3
4. 5

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : 8

The correct answer is 8.

• 8 countries are members of 'SAARC'.

• South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC):
  • It was established with the signing of the SAARC Charter in Dhaka on 8 December 1985.
  • The Headquarters of the Association is in Kathmandu, Nepal.
  • Its member countries are Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka
  • Afghanistan became the newest member of SAARC at the 13th annual summit in 2005.
  • SAARC comprises 3% of the world's area, 21% of the world's population, and 3.8% of the total global economy.
  • Its objectives are to promote welfare and accelerate the economic growth of the people of South Asia.
  • SAARC Charter Day is observed every year on 8th December.