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
61
The 'Sudirman Cup' is a championship for:
Answer:
Mixed Teams
The Sudirman Cup is the World Mixed Team Badminton Championship.
62
What is the name of the shot played gently over the net, landing close to it?
Answer:
Net Drop / Hairpin
A net drop or hairpin shot is played softly so the shuttle drops steeply close to the net on the opponent's side.
63
Which country won the Bronze medal in Mixed Doubles at Paris 2024?
Answer:
Japan
Watanabe Yuta and Higashino Arisa of Japan won the bronze medal, repeating their achievement from Tokyo 2020.
64
Who won the Men's Doubles title at the 2024 All England Open?
Answer:
Alfian/Ardianto
Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Rian Ardianto of Indonesia won the 2024 All England Men's Doubles title.
65
Which term describes a shot played from the back of the court that travels high and deep to the opponent's back court?
Answer:
Clear
A clear is a defensive or attacking shot hit high and deep to the opponent's baseline.
66
Who is the most successful player in World Championships history (Men's Singles)?
Answer:
Lin Dan
Lin Dan has won the World Championships five times (2006, 2007, 2009, 2011, 2013).
67
What happens if the shuttlecock lands on the line?
Answer:
It is in
In badminton, the lines are considered part of the court area. If the shuttle lands on the line, it is 'in'.
68
In 2025, which Indian doubles pair broke into the World Top 3 again after the Olympics?
Answer:
Satwik/Chirag
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty continued their top-tier performance into the 2025 season.
69
Which player is known for the 'backhand smash'?
Answer:
Taufik Hidayat
Indonesian legend Taufik Hidayat was famous for his powerful and precise backhand smash.
70
Which city is the headquarters of the Badminton World Federation (BWF)?
Answer:
Kuala Lumpur
The BWF headquarters are located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.