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
1341
Who was named the ICC Umpire of the Year (David Shepherd Trophy) for 2023?
Answer:
Richard Illingworth
Richard Illingworth of England was named the ICC Umpire of the Year for 2023, winning the David Shepherd Trophy.
1342
Who won the Laureus World Breakthrough of the Year award in 2024?
Answer:
Jude Bellingham
Real Madrid and England midfielder Jude Bellingham won the Laureus World Breakthrough of the Year award in 2024.
1343
Who won the ICC Women's ODI Cricketer of the Year for 2023?
Answer:
Chamari Athapaththu
Sri Lankan captain Chamari Athapaththu was named the ICC Women's ODI Cricketer of the Year for 2023 for her outstanding batting performances.
1344
Who was the first player to win the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy (ICC Cricketer of the Year) in 2004?
Answer:
Rahul Dravid
Rahul Dravid of India was the first recipient of the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Cricketer of the Year when the awards were introduced in 2004.
1345
Who was named The Best FIFA Men's Coach for 2023?
Answer:
Pep Guardiola
Pep Guardiola was named The Best FIFA Men's Coach for 2023 after leading Manchester City to a historic treble (Premier League, FA Cup, and Champions League).
1346
Who received the Socrates Award at the 2023 Ballon d'Or for humanitarian work?
Answer:
Vinícius Júnior
Vinícius Júnior received the Socrates Award in 2023 for his charitable work through the Vini Jr. Institute and his fight against racism.
1347
Who was named the Leading Cricketer in the World (Men) in the 2024 Wisden Cricketers' Almanack?
Answer:
Pat Cummins
Pat Cummins was named the Leading Cricketer in the World in the 2024 edition of Wisden, following a year where he captained Australia to WTC and World Cup glory.
1348
Who was the first ever winner of the Ballon d'Or in 1956?
Answer:
Stanley Matthews
Sir Stanley Matthews of England was the inaugural winner of the Ballon d'Or in 1956.
1349
Which athlete won the Laureus World Comeback of the Year award in 2024?
Answer:
Simone Biles
Gymnast Simone Biles won the Laureus World Comeback of the Year award in 2024 after her triumphant return to the sport following a two-year hiatus.
1350
Who organizes the Ballon d'Or awards?
Answer:
France Football
The Ballon d'Or is organized annually by the French news magazine *France Football*.