Who are the Kurds and why are they called the world’s largest stateless ethnic group?

The Kurds are considered the world’s largest stateless ethnic group, with a population of approximately 25 to 35 million people. They primarily inhabit the highlands of southern and eastern Turkey, northern Iraq, northeastern Syria, northwestern Iran, and parts of southern Armenia. Despite their large population and shared cultural identity, they do not have an independent nation-state. Their language, Kurdish, with its various dialects, serves as a major unifying factor across countries.

Which US military bases are located in the Middle East?

Key US military bases in the Middle East include Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, Camp Arifjan in Kuwait, and Al Dhafra Air Base in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). These installations support US Central Command operations and play a significant role in regional security, surveillance, logistics, and combat operations.

Which countries share a land border with Iran?

Iran shares land borders with Azerbaijan, Armenia, Turkmenistan, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Turkey, and Iraq. It does not share a border with Syria. Iran’s geographic location makes it strategically significant in West Asia.

Which country signed a uranium deal with India to build small modular and advanced nuclear reactors?

India and Canada agreed on a uranium deal and cooperation in building small modular nuclear reactors and advanced reactors. The agreement also aims to enhance civil nuclear energy cooperation and increase bilateral trade between the two nations.

Which country was certified by WHO for eliminating mother-to-child transmission of HIV and syphilis?

The World Health Organisation (WHO) certified Denmark for eliminating mother-to-child transmission (EMTCT) of HIV and syphilis. This recognition highlights Denmark’s strong public health system and sustained commitment to maternal and child healthcare services.

Daily UPSC Prelims MCQs - International Relations - 13th March 2026

Devesh
Mar 13
1 min read

Updated: Mar 20

Test your UPSC CSE 2026 preparation with today’s International Relations (Every Friday) Quiz — covering US military bases in the middle east, countries shares a border with Iran, small modular ‌nuclear reactors, mother-to-child transmission (EMTCT) of HIV and syphilis and more.

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