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
1691
Which calendar is currently the most widely used civil calendar in the world?
Answer:
Gregorian Calendar
The Gregorian calendar, introduced by Pope Gregory XIII in 1582, is the internationally accepted civil calendar.
1692
The COVID-19 pandemic was declared a global pandemic by the WHO in:
Answer:
2020
Although the virus emerged in late 2019, the WHO declared it a pandemic on March 11, 2020.
1693
The Rwandan Genocide took place in:
Answer:
1994
The genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda occurred over approx. 100 days in 1994.
1694
NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) was formed in:
Answer:
1949
NATO was established in 1949 as a collective defense alliance.
1695
The Hijrah (Migration) of Prophet Muhammad to Medina took place in:
Answer:
622 AD
This event in 622 AD marks the beginning of the Islamic Calendar.
1696
The founding of Rome is traditionally dated to:
Answer:
753 BC
According to legend, Romulus and Remus founded Rome in 753 BC.
1697
The Arab Spring protests began in Tunisia in late:
Answer:
2010
The protests began in December 2010 in Tunisia and spread across the Arab world in 2011.
1698
The Euro was introduced as a physical currency in:
Answer:
2002
While it was established as a virtual currency in 1999, physical notes and coins were introduced on January 1, 2002.
1699
The 'Sepoy Mutiny' or India's First War of Independence began in:
Answer:
1857
The revolt began in Meerut in 1857.
1700
The Mongols captured and sacked Baghdad in:
Answer:
1258
Hulagu Khan's forces sacked Baghdad in 1258, ending the Abbasid Caliphate.