General Knowledge MCQs
Topic Notes: General Knowledge
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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
19161
The highest authority of IOM is the:
Answer:
The Council
The Council is composed of representatives of all Member States and is the supreme governing body, meeting annually.
19162
What is the core focus of IOM's mandate?
Answer:
Promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all.
IOM provides services and advice concerning migration, including migration management, data, and policy.
19163
IOM is an associated agency of the United Nations (UN). When did it officially join the UN system as a related organization?
Answer:
2016
IOM joined the UN system as a related organization in September 2016, formalizing a long-standing partnership.
19164
Where is the permanent global headquarters of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) located?
Answer:
Geneva, Switzerland
IOM's headquarters are in Geneva, Switzerland.
19165
In what year was the IOM established?
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1951
IOM was established in 1951 as the Provisional Intergovernmental Committee for the Movement of Migrants from Europe (PICMME) to resettle people displaced by World War II.
19166
What does the acronym IOM stand for?
Answer:
International Organization for Migration
IOM is the leading intergovernmental organization in the field of migration, working closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners.
19167
The IAEA helps countries develop national infrastructure for nuclear power. This includes assistance with all of the following EXCEPT:
Answer:
Providing direct construction financing and operating the plants.
The IAEA provides the policy and safety guidance; actual financing and operation of nuclear power plants are the responsibility of the member state or commercial entities.
19168
What is the name of the official title of the IAEA's administrative head and chief executive officer?
Answer:
The Director-General
The Director-General is the administrative head, appointed by the Board of Governors with the approval of the General Conference.
19169
The **IAEA Code of Conduct on the Safety and Security of Radioactive Sources** is designed to mitigate the risk that radioactive sources could be used for:
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Malicious acts or cause harm through accidents.
Radioactive sources, though essential for many peaceful uses, can be dangerous if lost, stolen, or improperly handled.
19170
The IAEA's technical cooperation work in the marine environment focuses on using nuclear techniques to study:
Answer:
Ocean acidification, marine pollution, and harmful algal blooms.
Isotope tracing and other nuclear techniques are used to track pollutants and understand complex marine processes.