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
1001
Which is the tallest church in the world (as of late 2025)?
Answer:
Sagrada Família
With the completion of the Tower of Jesus Christ, the Sagrada Família in Barcelona surpassed Ulm Minster to become the tallest church in the world.
1002
Which is the largest seed in the world?
Answer:
Coco de Mer
The Coco de Mer palm produces the largest and heaviest seed in the plant kingdom.
1003
Which is the tallest tree species in the world?
Answer:
Coast Redwood
The Coast Redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) is the tallest tree species in the world. The tallest known living tree is named Hyperion.
1004
Which plant produces the largest individual flower?
Answer:
Rafflesia arnoldii
Rafflesia arnoldii produces the largest individual flower on Earth, which can grow to be 1 meter in diameter.
1005
Which is the fastest fish in the ocean?
Answer:
Sailfish
The Sailfish is widely considered the fastest fish in the ocean, with burst speeds of up to 110 km/h.
1006
Which is the largest living reptile?
Answer:
Saltwater Crocodile
The Saltwater Crocodile is the largest living reptile in the world.
1007
Which is the longest venomous snake in the world?
Answer:
King Cobra
The King Cobra is the world's longest venomous snake, capable of reaching lengths over 5 meters.
1008
What is the hardest natural substance known?
Answer:
Diamond
Diamond is the hardest known natural material on the Mohs scale of mineral hardness.
1009
Which is the smallest bone in the human body?
Answer:
Stapes
The stapes (stirrup) in the middle ear is the smallest and lightest bone in the human body.
1010
Which is the largest bone in the human body?
Answer:
Femur
The femur (thigh bone) is the longest, heaviest, and strongest bone in the human body.