General Knowledge MCQs
Topic Notes: General Knowledge
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
21
What is the term for a pass where the ball is lifted over an opponent's stick?
Answer:
3D Skill / Lift
Modern hockey involves '3D skills' where players lift the ball slightly off the turf to pop it over an opponent's stick.
22
Which major league is played in India featuring international stars?
Answer:
HIL (Hockey India League)
The Hockey India League (HIL) is a professional field hockey league in India that features top international players.
23
What is a 'Long Corner' currently awarded as?
Answer:
A free hit from the 23-meter line
Since 2015, if the ball is played over the backline by a defender (unintentionally), the attack restarts with a free hit on the 23-meter line in line with where it went out.
24
Which country won the 2016 Men's Olympic Hockey Gold?
Answer:
Argentina
Argentina won their first-ever Olympic gold medal in men's hockey at the 2016 Rio Olympics, defeating Belgium in the final.
25
Who is the only hockey player to be awarded the Bharat Ratna (India's highest civilian award)?
Answer:
No hockey player has received it yet
Despite immense public demand for Major Dhyan Chand, no hockey player has yet been awarded the Bharat Ratna.
26
If the ball hits the referee (umpire), what happens?
Answer:
Play continues
In field hockey, if the ball hits an umpire, play generally continues unless it unfairly disadvantages a team or leads to a goal (rare).
27
Which specialized equipment do defenders often wear during penalty corners?
Answer:
Face Masks
Defenders are allowed to wear protective face masks during the defense of a penalty corner to protect against high drag flicks.
28
What is the minimum distance an opponent must stand from a free hit?
Answer:
5 meters
Opponents must be at least 5 meters away from the ball when a free hit is taken.
29
What color was the hockey pitch at the London 2012 Olympics?
Answer:
Blue
London 2012 introduced the blue pitch (with a pink surround) to improve contrast and visibility for television viewers.
30
Which player has won the FIH Player of the Year award 5 times?
Answer:
Jamie Dwyer
Jamie Dwyer, the Australian legend, has won the FIH Player of the Year award five times (2004, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2011).