Which country is not the member of SAARC?

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Accepted Answer

The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) is a regional intergovernmental organization and geopolitical union of states in South Asia. It was established in 1985.

Here's the explanation based on the correct option:

**Justification for Option 4 (Japan) being correct:**

*   **Japan is not a member of SAARC.** SAARC's membership is exclusively for countries located in South Asia. Japan is an East Asian country, geographically distinct from the South Asian region. Therefore, it does not meet the geographical criteria for SAARC membership. The current member states of SAARC are Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.

**Explanation for why other options are incorrect:**

*   **Option 1 (Bhutan) is incorrect** because Bhutan is a founding member of SAARC. It is one of the eight member countries that form the organization.
*   **Option 2 (Nepal) is incorrect** because Nepal is a founding member of SAARC. It is one of the eight member countries and hosts the SAARC Secretariat in Kathmandu.
*   **Option 3 (Bangladesh) is incorrect** because Bangladesh is a founding member of SAARC. It played a crucial role in the formation of the organization and is one of the eight member countries.