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
1591
In which year was Humayun defeated by Sher Shah Suri at the Battle of Kanauj, forcing him into exile?
Answer:
1540
The Battle of Kanauj (also known as the Battle of Bilgram) was fought in 1540. Sher Shah Suri's victory ended the Mughal Empire temporarily until 1555.
1592
The Battle of Khanwa, fought between Babur and Rana Sanga, occurred in:
Answer:
1527
The Battle of Khanwa took place on March 16, 1527. It was a decisive victory for Babur that consolidated Mughal rule in Northern India.
1593
When did Amir Timur invade India and sack Delhi?
Answer:
1398 AD
Timur (Tamerlane) invaded India in 1398 AD during the reign of the Tughlaq dynasty, causing massive destruction in Delhi.
1594
The Khilji Dynasty was established by Jalal-ud-din Khilji in which year?
Answer:
1290 AD
The Khilji Dynasty replaced the Slave Dynasty in 1290 AD, marking the start of the second dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate.
1595
In which year did the Battle of Tarain I take place, where Prithviraj Chauhan defeated Muhammad Ghori?
Answer:
1191 AD
The First Battle of Tarain was fought in 1191 AD. Prithviraj Chauhan defeated the Ghurid forces, but Muhammad Ghori returned to win the second battle the following year.
1596
The Battle of the Hydaspes, fought between Alexander the Great and King Porus, took place in which year?
Answer:
326 BC
The Battle of the Hydaspes was fought in 326 BC on the banks of the Jhelum River (Hydaspes) in the Punjab region of the Indian subcontinent.
1597
The Simla Agreement between Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and Indira Gandhi was signed in:
Answer:
1972
The Simla Agreement was signed on July 2, 1972, following the 1971 war, to define the Line of Control in Kashmir and normalize relations.
1598
When was the Tashkent Declaration signed between Pakistan and India?
Answer:
1966
The Tashkent Declaration was signed on January 10, 1966, to resolve the aftermath of the 1965 war.
1599
The Third June Plan, which announced the partition of India, was announced in:
Answer:
1947
The 3rd June Plan (Mountbatten Plan) was announced on June 3, 1947, laying out the procedure for the partition of British India.
1600
When did the Cabinet Mission arrive in India?
Answer:
1946
The Cabinet Mission arrived in India in March 1946 to discuss the transfer of power and the formation of an interim government.