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 city is the northernmost capital of an independent state?
Answer:
Reykjavik
Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland, is the world's northernmost capital of a sovereign state, located at 64°08' N.
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What is the deepest canyon in the world (land)?
Answer:
Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon (China)
The Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon in Tibet is considered the deepest canyon in the world, reaching depths of over 6,000 meters in some places.
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Which commercial airport is the highest in the world?
Answer:
Daocheng Yading Airport (China)
Daocheng Yading Airport in Sichuan province, China, is the world's highest civilian airport, at 4,411 meters (14,472 feet) above sea level.
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What is the lowest point in Europe?
Answer:
Caspian Sea
The Caspian Sea shores, shared by Russia and others, represent the lowest point in Europe, at 28 meters below sea level.
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Which waterfall has the largest width?
Answer:
Khone Phapheng Falls
The Khone Phapheng Falls on the Mekong River in Laos is considered the widest waterfall in the world, spanning nearly 10 kilometers (6 miles).
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What is the largest high-altitude lake (above 3000m) in the world?
Answer:
Lake Titicaca
Lake Titicaca is the largest freshwater lake in South America and the largest lake in the world above 3,800 meters.
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The highest temperature ever reliably recorded on Earth was in:
Answer:
Death Valley, USA
The World Meteorological Organization recognizes the 56.7°C (134°F) recorded at Furnace Creek, Death Valley in 1913 as the highest air temperature.
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What is the highest mountain peak in Australia (continent)?
Answer:
Mount Kosciuszko
Mount Kosciuszko is the highest mountain on the Australian mainland continent, standing at 2,228 meters.
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Which ocean is the shallowest on average?
Answer:
Arctic Ocean
The Arctic Ocean is the smallest and shallowest of the world's five major oceans.
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Which is the highest mountain peak in Antarctica?
Answer:
Vinson Massif
Vinson Massif is the highest mountain in Antarctica, with an elevation of 4,892 meters (16,050 feet).