2024 SCO Summit Explained in 10 Easy MCQs

What city in Kazakhstan is hosting the 2024 SCO Summit?

• (a) Almaty
• (b) Astana ✅
• (c) Shymkent
• (d) Nur-Sultan

How many member states currently belong to the SCO?

• (a) 6
• (b) 8 ✅
• (c) 10
• (d) 12

The SCO primarily focuses on cooperation in which area?

• (a) Trade and Investment
• (b) Security and Defense Cooperation ✅
• (c) Environmental Sustainability
• (d) Cultural Exchange

Which of these is NOT a founding member of the SCO?

• (a) Kazakhstan
• (b) Kyrgyzstan
• (c) Tajikistan
• (d) India ✅ (India joined later)

What is a likely major theme discussed at the 2024 SCO Summit?

• (a) Global Economic Recovery
• (b) Countering Terrorism and Extremism ✅
• (c) Space Exploration Initiatives
• (d) Climate Change Action

The SCO Secretary-General position is held by:

• (a) A permanent appointee
• (b) The leader of the host nation
• (c) A rotating representative from member states ✅
• (d) Public vote

Why is the 2024 SCO Summit significant?

• (a) It marks the admission of new member states.
• (b) It's the first summit after a long hiatus.
• (c) It provides a platform for addressing regional challenges. ✅
• (d) It focuses solely on bilateral relations.

The SCO does NOT promote:

• (a) Regional peace and stability
• (b) Cultural and people-to-people exchanges
• (c) Economic development within the region
• (d) A formal military alliance ✅

Which statement about India's participation in the SCO is MOST likely true?

• (a) India is a founding member.
• (b) India seeks to strengthen regional security cooperation. ✅
• (c) India can negotiate a free trade agreement at the summit.
• (d) India aims to promote its cultural influence solely in Central Asia.

What does SCO stand for?

• (a) South Asian Cooperation Organization
• (b) Shanghai Cooperation Organization ✅
• (c) Southeast Asian Community
• (d) Southern Cone Common Market