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Which of the following statements about SAARC is false?

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SAARC is an economic and geopolitical organisation.

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The organisation works towards the promotion of peace and welfare among South-Asian nations.

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The organisation allows for member countries to interfere in the internal affairs of each other.

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It also aims at acceleration of economic growth, social progress and cultural development of the participant nations.

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The correct option is C The organisation allows for member countries to interfere in the internal affairs of each other.
The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) was formed in 1985. It is an economic and geopolitical organisation of eight south-Asian countries. India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Maldives, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Bhutan are its current members. It also works towards the promotion of peace and welfare among South-Asian nations. At the same time, it aims to accelerate economic growth, social progress and cultural development.

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