Explanation

• The Human Development Index (HDI) is issued annually by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

Main Indicators: 3

1. Life expectancy (Health)
2. Education
3. Gross National Income (GNI) per capita

Additional information:

• UNDP Founded: 22 November 1965
• UNDP Headquarters: New York City
• UNDP Purpose: Promote sustainable human development and reduce poverty

Last verified on 08-07-2026

Explanation

• Russia is not a member of the G7.
• It joined in 1998, forming the G8.
• But its membership was suspended in 2014 after the annexation of Crimea.

Additional information:

• The Group of Seven (G7) consists of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
• Founded: 1975 (initially as the G6; Canada joined in 1976 to form the G7).
• Purpose: To promote cooperation on global economic, political, and security issues among the world's major advanced economies.

Last verified on 20-07-2026

Explanation

• Full Form: Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)
• Founded: 15 June 2001
• Headquarters: Beijing, China
• Founder Members (2001): China, Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan
• Purpose: Regional security, economic cooperation, counter-terrorism, and cultural cooperation

Additional information:

Current SCO Member States (10):

1. China
2. Russia
3. Kazakhstan
4. Kyrgyzstan
5. Tajikistan
6. Uzbekistan
7. India (Joined: 9 June 2017)
8. Pakistan (Joined: 9 June 2017)
9. Iran (Joined: 4 July 2023)
10. Belarus (Joined: 4 July 2024)

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Explanation

• UNO Headquarters: Manhattan, New York City.

Additional information:

• UNO Stands for: United Nations Organization
• Founded: 24 October 1945 (after World War II 1939–1945)
• Member States: 193 countries
• Official Languages (6): Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, Spanish
• Motto: “It’s your world!” (commonly used awareness slogan)
• Pakistan Joined UNO: 30 September 1947

Last verified on 10-06-2026

Explanation

• The World Trade Organization (WTO) is famous for promoting and regulating international trade.

Additional information:

• Founded: 1 January 1995
• Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland
• Members: 166 (as of 2026)
• Predecessor: GATT (1947)
• Official Languages: English, French, Spanish
• Purpose: Promote and regulate international trade and settle trade disputes.

Last verified on 19-07-2026

Explanation

• The G20 countries are best known for their industrial, trade, and economic strength.

Additional information:

• Full Name: Group of Twenty (G20)
• Founded: 1999
• Members: 19 countries + 2 regional organizations (African Union and European Union)
• Permanent Headquarters: None (The presidency rotates annually.)
• Purpose: Promote international economic cooperation, financial stability, and sustainable growth.

Last verified on 19-07-2026

Explanation

• UNO Main Purpose: Maintain international peace and security

Additional information:

• UNO Founded: 24 October 1945 (after World War II 1939–1945)
• UNO stands for: United Nations Organization
• Headquarters: Manhattan, New York City
• Member States: 193 countries
• Official Languages (6): Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, Spanish
• Motto: “It’s your world!” (commonly used awareness slogan)
• Pakistan Joined UNO: 30 September 1947

Last verified on 10-06-2026

Explanation

• Headquarters: Jakarta, Indonesia
• ASEAN was founded on 8 August 1967 in Bangkok through the Bangkok Declaration.
• Type: Economic & Political Organization
• Established at: Bangkok, Thailand
• Official Language: English
• Members: 11

Last verified on 08-07-2026

Explanation

• Germany is not a permanent member of UN Security Council.
• Security Council Permanent Members: 5 (China, France, Russia, United Kingdom, United States)
• Total Members: 15
• Non-Permanent Members: 10
• Term of Non-Permanent Members: 2 years

Additional information:

• Organization: United Nations (UN/UNO)
• Founded: 24 October 1945
• Headquarters: New York City, United States
• Total Member States: 193
• Purpose: To maintain international peace and security.

Pakistan as Non-Permanent Member:

Pakistan has served 8 times in the Security Council:

1. 1952–1953
2. 1968–1969
3. 1976–1977
4. 1983–1984
5. 1993–1994
6. 2003–2004
7. 2012–2013
8. 2025–2026

Last verified on 28-01-2026

Explanation

• The headquarters of Amnesty International (AI) is located in London, United Kingdom.
• Founded: 1961
• Founder: Peter Benenson
• Members & Supporters: More than 7 million
• Presence: Over 150 countries
• Main Purpose: Protection and promotion of human rights
• Nobel Peace Prize: 1977
• Awarded for: "Worldwide respect for human rights."

Last verified on 18-07-2026