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
Who is 'The Terminator' in cricket?
Answer:
Harbhajan Singh
Harbhajan Singh was nicknamed 'The Turbanator' (a pun on Terminator) by the media due to his skill as a spinner and the fact that he wears a turban.
2
Which athlete is known as 'The Blade Runner'?
Answer:
Oscar Pistorius
Oscar Pistorius was nicknamed 'The Blade Runner' (and 'the fastest man on no legs') because he ran on carbon-fiber prosthetic blades. He competed in both the Paralympics and the Olympics.
3
Who is nicknamed 'Chef' in cricket?
Answer:
Alastair Cook
Sir Alastair Cook is nicknamed 'Chef'. This is a simple play on his surname 'Cook'. He is England's highest run-scorer in Test cricket.
4
Which tennis player was known as 'The Las Vegas Kid'?
Answer:
Andre Agassi
Andre Agassi was often referred to as 'The Las Vegas Kid' because he was born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada. His flashy style and rebellious image early in his career fit the city's persona.
5
Who is 'Magic' in the NBA?
Answer:
Earvin Johnson Jr.
Earvin Johnson Jr. is universally known as 'Magic Johnson'. He received the nickname in high school after recording a triple-double, and it perfectly suited his flashy, playmaking style.
6
Which player is known as 'Cheeku'?
Answer:
Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli was given the nickname 'Cheeku' by his childhood coach because he had chubby cheeks and spiked hair, resembling a rabbit from a comic book named Cheeku.
7
What is the nickname of the Pakistan Men's Cricket Team?
Answer:
The Shaheens (Falcons)
The Pakistan cricket team is often referred to as 'The Shaheens' (Green Shirts is also common). Shaheen translates to Falcon, a bird that symbolizes strength and speed in Allama Iqbal's poetry.
8
Who is known as 'The Magician' in Hockey?
Answer:
Dhyan Chand
Major Dhyan Chand, the Indian field hockey legend, was known as 'The Magician' (or 'The Wizard') of hockey because of his incredible ball control and goal-scoring feats in the pre-war era.
9
Lasith Malinga is famously known as:
Answer:
Slinga Malinga
Lasith Malinga is nicknamed 'Slinga Malinga' due to his unique, round-arm bowling action that resembles a slinging motion, which made him difficult to pick for batsmen.
10
Which F1 driver was known as 'The Professor'?
Answer:
Alain Prost
Alain Prost was nicknamed 'The Professor' due to his intellectual approach to racing. He focused on setting up his car perfectly and conserving his tyres and brakes to win races tactically rather than just through raw speed.