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
19471
IDA's focus on **Gender Equality** is integrated into its projects by ensuring:
Answer:
Equal opportunities for men and women to benefit from and participate in all development activities.
IDA supports specific interventions to close gender gaps in areas like education, asset ownership, and economic participation.
19472
IDA's commitment to **Debt Sustainability** means it works with recipients to ensure:
Answer:
That the debt burden remains manageable without compromising future growth or essential spending.
IDA provides debt relief and monitors debt indicators closely to prevent poor countries from falling into unsustainable debt traps.
19473
What is the primary objective of the IDA's investments in digital development?
Answer:
Expanding access to affordable, reliable internet and digital government services to boost economic inclusion and resilience.
Digital connectivity is seen as a key accelerator for development and is a major IDA focus.
19474
The **IDA Private Sector Window (PSW)**, created under a recent replenishment, aims to leverage financing for the private sector in IDA countries through which sister institutions?
Answer:
IFC and MIGA.
The PSW is channeled through the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA) to support high-risk private investments in the poorest countries.
19475
The IDA is crucial for global health initiatives, particularly in its focus on:
Answer:
Universal access to vaccines and primary healthcare in the poorest countries.
IDA invests heavily in building resilient health systems and expanding access to essential services for vulnerable populations.
19476
What happens when a country achieves sustained economic growth and passes the IDA eligibility threshold?
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It 'graduates' from IDA and relies exclusively on IBRD or market financing.
Graduation marks a successful transition from reliance on concessional aid to a reliance on its own resources and commercial lending.
19477
A country that is eligible for both IDA and IBRD financing is referred to as a:
Answer:
Blend country.
Blend countries use a mix of IDA credits/grants and IBRD loans, often as they transition to higher income status.
19478
Countries that rely solely on IDA financing and do not qualify for IBRD loans are often referred to as:
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IDA-only countries.
IDA-only countries are those whose GNI per capita is below the threshold and do not have the creditworthiness to borrow from IBRD.
19479
What is a characteristic of IDA's financial model regarding interest rates?
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Most IDA credits are interest-free.
IDA credits are generally interest-free, although some may carry a small service charge (0.75%) or a commitment charge.
19480
IDA's financing covers roughly how many of the world's countries?
Answer:
Around 75.
IDA currently supports about 75 countries, the majority of which are in Africa.