1: Introduction to the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Startup Forum

- The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Startup Forum recently hosted its fourth edition in New Delhi.

- Its primary goal is to expand and encourage startup interactions among the SCO member states.

- The objective is to nurture an environment that is favourable to innovation, spur job creation, and motivate young talent to create innovative solutions.

 2: A Deep Dive into the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)

- The SCO is a permanent international intergovernmental organisation that was announced in June 2001 in Shanghai, China.

- It was formed by Kazakhstan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan.

- The essence of the SCO is to foster cooperation and mutual support in multiple areas like trade, investment, energy, transportation, and security.

 3: Key Facts About the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) To Remember:

- Headquarters: The headquarters of the SCO is situated in Beijing, China.

- Formation: It was presented to the world on June 15, 2001, and officially came into effect on September 19, 2003.

- Official Languages: Chinese and Russian are the official languages of the SCO.

- India's Membership: India became a member of the SCO on June 8-9, 2017, during the SCO Astana Summit.

- Supreme Decision-Making Body: The Heads of State Council (HSC) acts as the supreme decision-making body within the SCO.

- Permanent Bodies: The SCO has two permanent bodies: SCO Secretariat in Beijing and the Executive Committee of the Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS) in Tashkent.

- Member Countries: The current member countries comprise China, India, Iran (which joined in July 2023), Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.

 4: Why the SCO is Crucial in Current Affairs

- The SCO plays a pivotal role in maintaining regional stability in Central Asia and fostering cooperation among the member countries.

- Forums like the recent SCO Startup Forum promote innovation and entrepreneurship, which contribute significantly to job creation and economic growth in the member countries.

- Being a member of the SCO, India's role, and participation in various SCO activities and summits always holds importance in international relations and world affairs related sections of many government exams.

By understanding these key aspects of the SCO and its recent events, aspirants preparing for government exams can be well equipped to answer any related questions correctly.