Question

Q. Consider the following countries:

Which among the above countries is part of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)?

• A. 2, 3 and 4 only
• B. 2, 3 and 5 only
• C. 1, 2 and 3 only
• D. 1 and 5 only

Answer 1

The correct option is B 2, 3 and 5 only

Explanation:

• The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) was established on 25 May 1981 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
• GCC includes Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and UAE as members.
• The basic objectives of GCC are to have coordination, integration, and interconnection between the Member States in all fields, strengthening ties between their peoples, formulating similar regulations in various fields such as economy, finance, trade, customs, tourism, legislation, administration, as well as fostering scientific and technical progress in industry, mining, agriculture, water, and animal resources, establishing scientific research centers, setting up joint ventures, and encouraging cooperation of the private sector.