UPPSC 2025

Q. Which of the following countries is/are NOT a member of the Gulf Cooperation Council?

1. Bahrain
2. Iran
3. Iraq
4. Qatar
Select the correct answer from the code given below :
a) 2 and 3
b) 3 and 4
c) Only 3
d) Only 1
Correct Answer: a) 2 and 3

Question from UPPSC Prelims 2025

Explanation:

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), formed in 1981, includes six members: Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Thus, Bahrain (1) and Qatar (4) are members. Iran (2) and Iraq (3) are not members of the GCC.

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