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
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Which war is often referred to as the 'Forgotten War' (1950-1953)?
Answer:
The Korean War
The Korean War is often called the 'Forgotten War' in the US because it received relatively less public attention than WWII or Vietnam, despite its significance.
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The Islamic Revolution of 1979 took place in which country?
Answer:
Iran
The 1979 Islamic Revolution in Iran saw the overthrow of the Pahlavi dynasty (the Shah) and the establishment of an Islamic Republic under Ayatollah Khomeini.
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The Balfour Declaration of 1917 supported the establishment of a 'national home' for which people?
Answer:
The Jewish people
The Balfour Declaration was a public statement issued by the British government in 1917 announcing support for the establishment of a 'national home for the Jewish people' in Palestine.
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The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is a global infrastructure strategy adopted by which country?
Answer:
China
Launched by China in 2013, the Belt and Road Initiative is a massive global development strategy involving infrastructure investment in nearly 150 countries.
35
Which country was invaded by Russia in February 2022?
Answer:
Ukraine
Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, escalating the Russo-Ukrainian War that began in 2014.
36
Who was the first black president of South Africa, elected in 1994?
Answer:
Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela became South Africa's first black head of state in 1994 following the country's first fully representative democratic election, marking the end of Apartheid.
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Which global agreement was adopted in 2015 to combat climate change?
Answer:
The Paris Agreement
The Paris Agreement was adopted in December 2015. It is a legally binding international treaty on climate change aiming to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius.
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The Bandung Conference of 1955 laid the foundation for which movement?
Answer:
The Non-Aligned Movement
The Bandung Conference gathered Asian and African states to oppose colonialism and neocolonialism, eventually leading to the formation of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) in 1961.
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What is 'Brexit'?
Answer:
Britain's exit from the European Union
Brexit refers to the withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union, following a referendum held in June 2016.
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Which attacks triggered the US 'War on Terror'?
Answer:
The 2001 September 11 attacks
The September 11, 2001 attacks by Al-Qaeda on the US prompted the United States to launch the War on Terror, beginning with the invasion of Afghanistan.