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
19891
Which country withdrew from the CIS Interparliamentary Assembly in 2024?
Answer:
Moldova
Moldova withdrew from the CIS Interparliamentary Assembly in 2024 and has been gradually suspending its participation in various CIS agreements due to shifting political priorities toward the EU.
19892
Which separate military alliance was formed by some CIS members in 1992/2002?
Answer:
Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO)
While the CIS deals with general cooperation, the CSTO is a specific intergovernmental military alliance formed by select CIS members (Russia, Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan).
19893
Which agreement established the CIS Free Trade Zone in 2011?
Answer:
CIS FTA Agreement
The CIS Free Trade Zone Agreement was signed in October 2011 by eight members to reduce trade barriers and create a common economic space.
19894
What symbol is featured on the flag of the Commonwealth of Independent States?
Answer:
A yellow sun with eight bending stalks
The flag of the CIS features a blue background with a yellow sun in the center, holding eight bending stalks, symbolizing the alliance's members.
19895
Which CIS country effectively ceased participation in statutory bodies in 2018?
Answer:
Ukraine
While Ukraine was a founding participant, it never ratified the CIS Charter (so it was never a full member de jure) and ceased effective participation in 2018 following the annexation of Crimea by Russia.
19896
Which city hosts the Interparliamentary Assembly of the CIS?
Answer:
St. Petersburg
The Interparliamentary Assembly of member nations of the CIS is headquartered in the Tauride Palace in St. Petersburg, Russia.
19897
Which body serves as the supreme decision-making organ of the CIS?
Answer:
Council of Heads of State
The Council of Heads of State is the highest body of the CIS, where presidents of member countries meet to discuss and resolve key issues.
19898
Who is the current Secretary General of the CIS (as of 2025)?
Answer:
Sergey Lebedev
Sergey Lebedev has served as the Executive Secretary (later retitled Secretary General) of the CIS since 2007.
19899
Which country holds the status of an 'Associate Member' of the CIS?
Answer:
Turkmenistan
Turkmenistan has not ratified the CIS Charter and declared itself an associate member in 2005 to maintain its policy of international neutrality.
19900
What is the primary purpose of the CIS?
Answer:
Economic and political cooperation
The CIS acts as a loose association to facilitate cooperation among member states in economic, political, humanitarian, and security fields, promoting the free movement of goods and services.