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
19551
The UNIDO **Global Cleantech Innovation Programme (GCIP)** aims to promote what?
Answer:
Innovative cleantech start-ups and SMEs in developing countries.
GCIP supports entrepreneurs developing sustainable and climate-friendly technologies and business models.
19552
What key service does UNIDO provide to Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to enhance their competitiveness?
Answer:
Technical assistance in areas like technology transfer, energy management, and quality certification.
UNIDO focuses on improving the technical and managerial capabilities of SMEs to help them grow and access international markets.
19553
UNIDO’s technical cooperation under the **Stockholm Convention** focuses on:
Answer:
Eliminating and reducing the release of Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs).
UNIDO assists countries in managing and safely disposing of POPs and in replacing them with environmentally sound alternatives in industrial processes.
19554
What is the primary objective of UNIDO’s efforts concerning **Quality Infrastructure (QI)**?
Answer:
Helping countries establish or strengthen institutions in metrology, standardization, accreditation, and testing to comply with international market requirements.
A strong QI is essential for improving product quality, accessing global value chains, and ensuring consumer trust.
19555
The **Industrial Development Board (IDB)**, one of UNIDO's main policymaking organs, meets how often?
Answer:
Twice per year (annually in General Conference years, and twice in non-Conference years).
The IDB reviews the implementation of the approved programme of work and the regular and operational budgets.
19556
UNIDO’s work on **agribusiness** aims to support industrialization in rural areas by focusing on:
Answer:
Value addition, processing, and integrating local producers into modern supply chains.
UNIDO helps developing countries move beyond raw commodity production to create higher-value processed goods, generating jobs and income.
19557
In the context of the **Montreal Protocol** on substances that deplete the ozone layer, what is UNIDO's role?
Answer:
Implementing phase-out projects for Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) in developing countries through the Multilateral Fund (MLF).
UNIDO is one of the four implementing agencies of the MLF, focusing on industrial conversion and technical assistance.
19558
The UNIDO Programme for Country Partnership (PCP) is characterized by:
Answer:
A high-impact, multi-stakeholder model to accelerate ISID through comprehensive national industrial strategies.
The PCP aligns technical cooperation with national development plans and leverages partnerships with governments, financial institutions, and the private sector.
19559
UNIDO's work in promoting clean production and resource efficiency falls primarily under which pillar of ISID?
Answer:
Environmental Sustainability
This pillar encompasses cleaner production, circular economy approaches, and resource efficiency to minimize environmental impact.
19560
What is the highest policy-making organ of UNIDO, composed of all Member States, which meets every two years?
Answer:
The General Conference
The General Conference determines the guiding principles and policies of the Organization.