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
19401
What is the primary role of a UNICEF **Country Office**?
Answer:
To implement the country programme of cooperation negotiated with the national government.
Country offices are the field operational level, designing and executing programmes based on local needs and government priorities.
19402
The UNICEF-supported **'Schools for Africa'** initiative focuses on which sector of development?
Answer:
Education and Infrastructure
The initiative (co-founded with the Nelson Mandela Foundation and others) focuses on improving access to quality basic education for vulnerable children in Africa.
19403
UNICEF’s strategic focus on **Social Policy** often involves working with governments to improve:
Answer:
Child-sensitive budgeting, social protection systems, and data collection on children.
Social Policy work aims to influence public spending and systems to benefit the most disadvantaged children.
19404
The UNICEF Supply Division, which procures essential supplies, is located in which city?
Answer:
Copenhagen, Denmark
The Supply Division in Copenhagen is the world’s largest humanitarian warehouse, supplying vaccines, medicines, and supplies globally.
19405
UNICEF's 'Child Protection' work aims to shield children from all of the following EXCEPT:
Answer:
Access to high-cost university education.
Child protection focuses on harm and rights violations, while high-cost education is an issue related to social policy and access.
19406
What is the primary purpose of UNICEF's network of National Committees?
Answer:
To carry out fundraising, advocacy, and education in industrialized countries.
National Committees are separate non-governmental organizations that raise funds and awareness for UNICEF's international work.
19407
UNICEF plays a vital role in the global campaign to eradicate:
Answer:
Polio
UNICEF is a key partner in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI), responsible for procuring vaccines and assisting with immunization campaigns.
19408
The UNICEF program that focuses on providing nutrition supplements, clean water, and sanitation facilities falls under which pillar?
Answer:
Child Survival and Development
This pillar encompasses core interventions aimed at reducing child mortality and improving health outcomes, including WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) and nutrition.
19409
Which of the following is NOT one of UNICEF’s five main goal areas (or pillars of work)?
Answer:
Peace and Security Operations
Peace and Security operations are generally handled by the UN Security Council and specialized peacekeeping forces, not UNICEF, whose focus is on children's rights and well-being.
19410
The highest governing body of UNICEF, which reviews its activities and approves policies, is the:
Answer:
The Executive Board
The Executive Board is the governing body for UNICEF, composed of 36 members who serve for three-year terms.