#121

Which IMO Convention establishes the maximum permissible draft (depth to which a ship may be loaded) for ships?

(a) STCW Convention

(b) SOLAS Convention

(c) LOAD LINES Convention

(d) Facilitation Convention

Explanation: The International Convention on Load Lines (1966) sets the limits to which a ship may be loaded, ensuring reserve buoyancy and stability.

#122

The UNDP’s strategic plan (currently Strategic Plan 2022-2025) emphasizes which overarching theme?

(a) Achieving universal literacy by 2030.

(b) Working towards a sustainable planet, resilient societies, and gender equality.

(c) Funding only infrastructure projects.

(d) Focusing exclusively on microfinance for rural women.

Explanation: These are the broad impact areas that guide the UNDP's current work.

#123

According to the UN Charter, only which entities may be parties in cases before the ICJ?

(a) Individuals, States, and International Organizations.

(b) Only States.

(c) Only UN specialized agencies.

(d) Only individuals whose human rights have been violated.

Explanation: Unlike some other international tribunals, the ICJ's contentious jurisdiction (disputes) is open only to States.

#124

When a State party to a contentious case does not have a Judge of its nationality on the bench, it may choose a person to sit as a Judge ad hoc. This function is primarily to:

(a) Act as an advocate for the State's legal position.

(b) Ensure that the Court fully considers the State's perspective and legal culture.

(c) Veto the final judgment if it is unfavorable.

(d) Manage the State's legal expenses.

Explanation: Judges *ad hoc* participate fully in the deliberation of the case but do not change the fact that the Court is composed of 15 permanent judges.

#125

The ICJ may indicate provisional measures (similar to injunctions) in a case. These measures are:

(a) Always non-binding on the parties.

(b) Taken to preserve the rights of either party pending a final decision, and are generally considered binding.

(c) Only for cases related to border disputes.

(d) Issued only after a final judgment is given.

Explanation: Provisional measures are urgent, temporary actions required to prevent irreparable harm while the Court deliberates the merits of the case.

#126

In addition to contentious cases, ITLOS may give advisory opinions on legal questions referred to it by:

(a) Any UN Member State.

(b) The UN General Assembly or the UN Security Council.

(c) The Assembly or the Council of the International Seabed Authority (ISA).

(d) Both B and C.

Explanation: Unlike the ICJ, ITLOS's advisory function is limited to requests from the ISA on deep seabed matters.

#127

Where is the G7’s presidency hosted in 2025?

(a) Italy

(b) Canada

(c) Japan

(d) United Kingdom

Explanation: The G7 presidency rotates annually, and Canada is presiding in 2025, setting the agenda and hosting the annual summit.

#128

How many members does the G20 have as of 2025?

(a) 19

(b) 20

(c) 21

(d) 22

Explanation: The G20 comprises 19 countries, the European Union, and the African Union, which joined as a permanent member in 2023, totaling 21 members.

#129

Which country will host the G20 Summit in 2025?

(a) United States

(b) South Africa

(c) China

(d) Germany

Explanation: South Africa assumed the G20 presidency on December 1, 2024, and will host the 2025 Summit, the first African nation to do so.

#130

What was the theme of South Africa’s G20 presidency in 2025?

(a) One Earth, One Family, One Future

(b) Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability

(c) People, Planet, Prosperity

(d) Recover Together, Recover Stronger

Explanation: South Africa’s 2025 G20 presidency adopted the theme 'Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability' to address global challenges.

#131

Which of the following is not a Commonwealth member but may attend CHOGM as an observer?

(a) Rwanda

(b) Mozambique

(c) Ireland

(d) Bangladesh

Explanation: Ireland is not part of the Commonwealth.

#132

How many member states are part of the GCC as of 2025?

(a) 5

(b) 6

(c) 7

(d) 8

Explanation: The GCC comprises six monarchies: Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.

#133

Who is the current GCC Secretary-General as of 2025?

(a) Abdulrahman Al Attiyah

(b) Nayef Al-Hajraf

(c) Jasem Mohamed Al Budaiwi

(d) Khalid Al-Jarallah

Explanation: Jasem Mohamed Al Budaiwi has been the GCC Secretary-General since February 2023, succeeding Nayef Al-Hajraf.

#134

Which city hosted the US-GCC Summit in May 2025?

(a) Doha

(b) Riyadh

(c) Abu Dhabi

(d) Muscat

Explanation: Riyadh hosted the US-GCC Summit in May 2025, discussing Gaza, Palestine, and regional stability.

#135

How many member countries does INTERPOL have as of 2025?

(a) 190

(b) 194

(c) 196

(d) 200

Explanation: INTERPOL has 196 member countries, with Palau joining as the 196th on November 28, 2023.

#136

Who is the current Secretary-General of INTERPOL as of 2025?

(a) Jürgen Stock

(b) Ronald Noble

(c) Kim Jong Yang

(d) Meng Hongwei

Explanation: Jürgen Stock has been INTERPOL’s Secretary-General since 2014, re-elected in 2019, overseeing daily operations.

#137

Which INTERPOL program delivered equipment to Malaysia in 2025?

(a) Operation Jackal

(b) Project TERMINUS

(c) Global MVP

(d) Cyber Fusion

Explanation: Project TERMINUS enhanced Malaysia’s ability to detect transnational criminals in 2025.

#138

Which fugitive was arrested in Tennessee in 2025 via INTERPOL collaboration?

(a) Nirav Modi

(b) Luis Alejandro Ruiz Godoy

(c) John Boulachanis

(d) Nehal Modi

Explanation: Luis Alejandro Ruiz Godoy, a Tren de Aragua fugitive, was arrested in Tennessee in 2025.

#139

How many member states does the Arab League have as of 2025?

(a) 20

(b) 22

(c) 24

(d) 26

Explanation: The Arab League has 22 members, including Egypt, Syria, and Palestine, with no changes since Comoros joined in 1993.

#140

Who is the current Secretary-General of the Arab League as of 2025?

(a) Amr Moussa

(b) Ahmed Aboul Gheit

(c) Nabil Elaraby

(d) Mahmoud Riad

Explanation: Ahmed Aboul Gheit has been Secretary-General since 2016, leading the League’s operations.

May 2025 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions