Geography question from JKP Constable exam, 2024 by JKSSB
Which of the following country is not the member of the SAARC?
Last updated May 15, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option A —
Myanmar
While Myanmar is a neighbor to several SAARC nations and is a member of ASEAN, it is not a member of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC). It currently holds Observer status within the organization.
Key Information about SAARC:
Establishment: Founded on December 8, 1985, in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Secretariat: Located in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Member States (8): 1. Afghanistan (joined in 2007)
2. Bangladesh
3. Bhutan
4. India
5. Maldives
6. Nepal
7. Pakistan
8. Sri Lanka
Objectives: To promote economic growth, social progress, and cultural development within the South Asia region.
Why the other options are members:
Bhutan, Nepal, and Maldives were all founding members of the association in 1985.
Note on Myanmar: Myanmar is often confused as a member because of its geographical proximity, but it is primarily integrated into Southeast Asian political structures (ASEAN).
Answer verified by Quintessence Classes faculty — Karan Nagar, Srinagar.
