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2761
Which Argentinian writer is known for philosophical short stories and labyrinths?
A. Julio Cortázar
B. Jorge Luis Borges
C. Pablo Neruda
D. Adolfo Bioy Casares
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Borges wrote intricate stories blending philosophy and imagination.
2762
Afrofuturism is a cultural aesthetic that combines:
A. Science fiction, history, and fantasy with African culture
B. Classical music and African dance
C. Medieval European art and African themes
D. Minimalist architecture and African landscapes
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Afrofuturism is a cultural aesthetic, philosophy of science, and philosophy of history that explores the developing intersection of African/African Diaspora culture with technology.
2763
Constructivism was an artistic and architectural philosophy that originated in:
A. Italy
B. Russia
C. Spain
D. USA
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Constructivism was an artistic and architectural philosophy that originated in Russia beginning in 1913 by Vladimir Tatlin. It was a rejection of the idea of autonomous art in favor of art as a practice for social purposes.
2764
Which philosophy argues that 'existence precedes essence', emphasizing individual freedom and choice?
A. Nihilism
B. Existentialism
C. Stoicism
D. Utilitarianism
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Existentialism is a form of philosophical inquiry that explores the problem of human existence and centers on the lived experience of the thinking, feeling, acting individual.
2765
Which SAARC initiative focuses on poverty alleviation?
A. SAARC Development Fund
B. SAARC Poverty Eradication Program
C. South Asian Economic Union
D. SAARC Social Charter
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The SAARC Development Fund (SDF), established in 2008, finances projects to alleviate poverty and promote social and economic development.
2766
Which OIC agreement, signed in 2008, updated its founding charter?
A. Mecca Charter
B. OIC Charter 2008
C. Jeddah Accord
D. Rabat Declaration
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The 2008 Charter, adopted in Dakar, modernized the OIC's objectives, emphasizing human rights and cooperation.
2767
Which OIC resolution supports Palestine's pre-1967 borders?
A. Banjul Declaration
B. OIC Charter 2008
C. Astana Declaration
D. Mecca Accord
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The 2008 Charter supports a Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital, per pre-1967 borders.
2768
Which OIC agreement updated its founding charter in 2008?
A. Mecca Charter
B. OIC Charter 2008
C. Jeddah Accord
D. Rabat Declaration
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The 2008 Charter, adopted in Dakar, modernized objectives, emphasizing human rights and cooperation.
2769
The 'Upanishads' are philosophical texts belonging to:
A. Buddhism
B. Hinduism
C. Jainism
D. Sikhism
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The Upanishads are late Vedic Sanskrit texts of Hindu philosophy which supply the basis of later Hindu philosophy.
2770
The 'Ramayana' and 'Mahabharata' are the two major epics of:
A. Buddhism
B. Hinduism
C. Jainism
D. Sikhism
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The Ramayana and the Mahabharata are the two fundamental Sanskrit epics of ancient India, central to Hindu mythology and philosophy.
