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
1321
The 'Super Ballon d'Or' has been awarded only once in history (in 1989). Who was the recipient?
Answer:
Alfredo Di Stéfano
Alfredo Di Stéfano is the only player to have won the Super Ballon d'Or, awarded by France Football in 1989 to the best player of the previous 30 years.
1322
Who won The Best FIFA Women's Goalkeeper award for 2023?
Answer:
Mary Earps
England's Mary Earps was named The Best FIFA Women's Goalkeeper for 2023.
1323
Who was awarded the Wisden Trophy for the best individual Test performance of 2023?
Answer:
Travis Head
Travis Head won the Wisden Trophy for his decisive 163 against India in the World Test Championship Final.
1324
Who won the Laureus World Sportsperson of the Year with a Disability in 2024?
Answer:
Diede de Groot
Dutch wheelchair tennis player Diede de Groot won the Laureus World Sportsperson of the Year with a Disability in 2024 after an undefeated season.
1325
Which player has won the most FIFA World Player of the Year/The Best FIFA Men's Player awards?
Answer:
Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi holds the record for the most FIFA World Player of the Year/The Best FIFA Men's Player awards (8 wins total as of 2023).
1326
Who won the ICC Women's Associate Cricketer of the Year for 2023?
Answer:
Queentor Abel
Queentor Abel of Kenya was named the ICC Women's Associate Cricketer of the Year for 2023.
1327
Who won the Laureus World Action Sportsperson of the Year in 2024?
Answer:
Arisa Trew
Australian skateboarder Arisa Trew won the Laureus World Action Sportsperson of the Year in 2024.
1328
Which club was named the Women's Club of the Year at the 2023 Ballon d'Or ceremony?
Answer:
FC Barcelona
FC Barcelona Femení was awarded the Women's Club of the Year in 2023 after winning the Champions League and Liga F.
1329
Which club was named the Men's Club of the Year at the 2023 Ballon d'Or ceremony?
Answer:
Manchester City
Manchester City was named the Men's Club of the Year in 2023 following their treble-winning season.
1330
Who was named the Leading Woman Cricketer in the World in the 2024 Wisden Almanack?
Answer:
Nat Sciver-Brunt
Nat Sciver-Brunt was named the Leading Woman Cricketer in the World in the 2024 Wisden Cricketers' Almanack.