Question

Which of the following countries joined SAARC in the year 2007?

• A. Bhutan
• B. Nepal
• C. Afghanistan
• D. Bangladesh

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Afghanistan became a member of SAARC in 2007.

Additional Context:

• The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) was established in 1985 by its initial seven members.
• Afghanistan was admitted as the eighth member at the 14th SAARC Summit in New Delhi.
• The founding members of SAARC were India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, and Maldives.
• Afghanistan's inclusion broadened SAARC's geographical and strategic reach.
• As of the current state, SAARC comprises 8 member states and 9 observer nations.

Correct Answer: (3) Afghanistan