Civil Services Prep

Prelims 2016 · International Relations and Organisations · Question 95

Which of the following is not a member of 'Gulf Cooperation Council'?

  1. Iran
  2. Saudi Arabia
  3. Oman
  4. Kuwait

Answer

Iran

  • (a) Iran — Not a member. The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has six members: Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain and Oman; Iran is not included.
  • (b) Saudi Arabia — Member. Saudi Arabia is one of the founding members of the GCC.
  • (c) Oman — Member. Oman is among the six GCC countries.
  • (d) Kuwait — Member. Kuwait is also a founding member of the GCC.

Correct answer: (a) Iran

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