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
1
What primary function does the **Global Policy Network (GPN)** serve within the UNDP?
Answer:
Providing world-class technical expertise and integrated policy advice to country offices and governments.
The GPN links policy, knowledge, and programming to help countries find integrated, holistic solutions to complex challenges.
2
The UNDP’s support for **Gender Equality** is rooted in the idea that:
Answer:
It is a precondition for achieving the SDGs and human development.
UNDP integrates gender equality across all its programmes, recognizing that development gains are unsustainable without it.
3
What is the main purpose of the UNDP’s work on **HIV/AIDS and Development**?
Answer:
To address the social and economic dimensions of the epidemic and its impact on development.
UNDP works with governments to integrate HIV/AIDS responses into national development plans, laws, and budgets.
4
The UNDP manages a specific fund focused on the transition away from fossil fuels in developing nations, known as the:
Answer:
Multilateral Fund for the Implementation of the Montreal Protocol.
UNDP is one of the implementing agencies of the MLF, helping countries phase out Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) and related GHGs.
5
The UNDP’s strategic plan (currently *Strategic Plan 2022-2025*) emphasizes which overarching theme?
Answer:
Working towards a sustainable planet, resilient societies, and gender equality.
These are the broad impact areas that guide the UNDP's current work.
6
The UNDP provides technical support for which core democratic process globally?
Answer:
Electoral processes (e.g., voter registration, institutional capacity, and election security).
Electoral assistance is a major component of UNDP's work in democratic governance.
7
What is the focus of the UNDP's work on **South-South and Triangular Cooperation**?
Answer:
Promoting the exchange of development knowledge, expertise, and resources between developing countries.
South-South cooperation emphasizes horizontal knowledge sharing and mutual learning among countries of the South.
8
Which major UNDP initiative focuses on helping countries transition from reliance on aid to sustainable financing mechanisms?
Answer:
Financing for Development (FfD).
UNDP helps countries maximize domestic resources, foreign direct investment, and innovative finance to fund the SDGs.
9
The UNDP works with national governments to ensure that development efforts leave no one behind. This is central to the principle of:
Answer:
Inclusive development.
Inclusive development means ensuring that economic and social progress is shared by all people, regardless of gender, location, or background.
10
What is the primary role of the UNDP as the 'manager' of the UN Development System at the country level?
Answer:
To coordinate the activities of all UN funds, programmes, and specialized agencies.
The UNDP supports the UN Resident Coordinator in coordinating the UN Country Team's work toward the SDGs.