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
1231
The 'Grand Cross of the Iron Cross' was a senior decoration of which country?
Answer:
Germany
The Grand Cross of the Iron Cross was a decoration intended for victorious generals of the Prussian Army and its allies.
1232
What is the name of the highest civilian award in China?
Answer:
Medal of the Republic
The Medal of the Republic is the highest honorary medal of the People's Republic of China.
1233
Which country confers the 'Order of the Rising Sun'?
Answer:
Japan
The Order of the Rising Sun is a Japanese government order, established in 1875.
1234
The 'Order of the Garter' is the highest order of chivalry in which country?
Answer:
England
The Order of the Garter is the most senior order of knighthood in the British honours system, outranked in precedence only by the Victoria Cross and the George Cross.
1235
Who was the youngest ever Nobel Prize laureate?
Answer:
Malala Yousafzai
Malala Yousafzai became the youngest Nobel laureate at the age of 17 when she won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2014.
1236
Which is the highest military award in Italy?
Answer:
Gold Medal of Military Valour
The Gold Medal of Military Valour is the highest Italian military award for gallantry.
1237
The 'Lenin Peace Prize' was awarded by which former state?
Answer:
Soviet Union
The Lenin Peace Prize was a prize awarded by the Soviet Union to individuals who had 'strengthened peace among comrades'.
1238
What is the highest award for valour in the People's Liberation Army of China?
Answer:
Order of August First
The Order of August First is the highest military award of the People's Republic of China.
1239
The 'Fields Medal' is often described as the Nobel Prize of which subject?
Answer:
Mathematics
The Fields Medal is a prize awarded to two, three, or four mathematicians under 40 years of age and is regarded as one of the highest honors in mathematics.
1240
Which country awards the 'Order of the Aztec Eagle' to foreigners?
Answer:
Mexico
The Order of the Aztec Eagle is the highest Mexican order awarded to foreigners in the country.