GK: Official Names of Some Countries: Academic GK

The official name of a country is its formal and legal designation used in official documents and international diplomacy. These names often reflect the country's political structure, cultural heritage, or dominant ideology. For example, many countries include terms like "Republic," "Federation," or "Kingdom" to indicate their system of governance. Some nations incorporate religious or historical elements, such as "Islamic Republic" or "Kingdom." Understanding these official names provides insight into a country’s identity and governance.
Here are the official names of some countries:

1. **Afghanistan**: Islamic Republic of Afghanistan

2. **Argentina**: Argentine Republic

3. **Brazil**: Federative Republic of Brazil

4. **China**: People's Republic of China

5. **Egypt**: Arab Republic of Egypt

6. **France**: French Republic

7. **Germany**: Federal Republic of Germany

8. **India**: Republic of India

9. **Iran**: Islamic Republic of Iran

10. **Japan**: Japan (officially Nippon-koku or Nihon-koku)

11. **Mexico**: United Mexican States

12. **Nigeria**: Federal Republic of Nigeria

13. **Pakistan**: Islamic Republic of Pakistan

14. **Russia**: Russian Federation

15. **Saudi Arabia**: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

16. **South Korea**: Republic of Korea

17. **United Kingdom**: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

18. **United States**: United States of America

19. **Turkey**: Republic of Türkiye

20. **Vatican City**: Vatican City State


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