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
1711
The Titanic sank in the Atlantic Ocean in which year?
Answer:
1912
The RMS Titanic hit an iceberg and sank on April 15, 1912.
1712
The Suez Canal was officially opened in:
Answer:
1869
The Suez Canal opened in 1869, connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea.
1713
The American Civil War began in:
Answer:
1861
The American Civil War was fought between the Union and the Confederacy from 1861 to 1865.
1714
The Battle of Plassey, which cemented British rule in India, occurred in:
Answer:
1757
The British East India Company forces led by Robert Clive won the Battle of Plassey in 1757.
1715
The Glorious Revolution in England took place in:
Answer:
1688
The Glorious Revolution of 1688 saw the overthrow of King James II and the accession of William and Mary.
1716
The Spanish Armada was defeated by the English navy in:
Answer:
1588
The defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588 prevented a Spanish invasion of England.
1717
The First Battle of Panipat, establishing Mughal rule in India, was fought in:
Answer:
1526
Babur defeated Ibrahim Lodi in 1526.
1718
Vasco da Gama reached India by sea in:
Answer:
1498
Vasco da Gama arrived in Calicut in 1498, opening the sea route from Europe to the East.
1719
The Black Death peak years in Europe were approximately:
Answer:
1347-1351
The Black Death plague devastated Europe between 1347 and 1351.
1720
Julius Caesar was assassinated on the Ides of March in:
Answer:
44 BC
Julius Caesar was killed by Roman senators on March 15, 44 BC.