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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What is the lowest freshwater lake (surface elevation) in the world?
Answer:
Sea of Galilee
The Sea of Galilee (Lake Kinneret) in Israel is the lowest freshwater lake on Earth, at approximately 215 meters below sea level.
72
What is the highest plateau in the world?
Answer:
Tibetan Plateau
The Tibetan Plateau, often called the 'Roof of the World', is the highest and largest plateau, with an average elevation exceeding 4,500 meters.
73
The lowest point in the Western Hemisphere is:
Answer:
Laguna del Carbón
Laguna del Carbón in Argentina is the lowest point in the Western and Southern Hemispheres, at 105 meters (344 feet) below sea level.
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What is the tallest mountain in the world when measured from its underwater base to its peak?
Answer:
Mauna Kea
Mauna Kea in Hawaii is the tallest mountain from base to peak. While only 4,207 m is above sea level, its total height from the ocean floor is over 10,000 meters.
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Which body of water has the highest salinity among major open seas (excluding salt lakes)?
Answer:
Red Sea
The Red Sea is the world's saline open sea (approx 40 PSU) due to high evaporation, low precipitation, and lack of significant river inflow.
76
What is the highest capital city in the world?
Answer:
La Paz
La Paz, Bolivia, is the highest administrative capital city in the world, with an elevation of roughly 3,650 meters (11,975 feet).
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Which mountain has the furthest point from the Earth's center (due to equatorial bulge)?
Answer:
Chimborazo
Mount Chimborazo in Ecuador is the furthest point from the Earth's center because the Earth bulges at the equator. Everest is highest above sea level, but Chimborazo is 'highest' from the center.
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What is the lowest point in Africa?
Answer:
Lake Assal
Lake Assal in Djibouti is the lowest point on the African continent, sitting at 155 meters (509 feet) below sea level.
79
Which is the highest mountain peak in Europe?
Answer:
Mount Elbrus
Mount Elbrus in Russia (Caucasus Mountains) is generally considered the highest peak in Europe, standing at 5,642 meters (18,510 feet).
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What is the deepest river in the world?
Answer:
Congo River
The Congo River in Africa is the world's deepest recorded river, with measured depths exceeding 220 meters (720 feet).