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
19961
Which country was the last to join ASEAN?
Answer:
Cambodia
Cambodia joined ASEAN on April 30, 1999, making it the most recent member to join the organization.
19962
Which document is considered the founding treaty of ASEAN?
Answer:
Bangkok Declaration
The Bangkok Declaration, signed in 1967, is the founding document of ASEAN, outlining its goals of regional cooperation and stability.
19963
How many member states are part of ASEAN as of 2025?
Answer:
10
ASEAN consists of 10 member states: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. Timor-Leste is in the process of accession.
19964
Which city serves as the headquarters of ASEAN?
Answer:
Jakarta, Indonesia
ASEAN’s headquarters is located in Jakarta, Indonesia, where the ASEAN Secretariat is based to coordinate the organization’s activities.
19965
In which year was ASEAN established?
Answer:
1967
ASEAN was established on August 8, 1967, through the signing of the Bangkok Declaration by its five founding members: Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand.
19966
Which ADB publication analyzes Central Bank Digital Currencies in Asia?
Answer:
CBDC Report 2023
Published in 2023, this ADB report analyzes the evolution of Central Bank Digital Currencies in Asia, focusing on cross-border payments and financial inclusion.
19967
By how much does ADB plan to increase its annual financial commitments by 2034?
Answer:
50%
ADB announced in February 2025 a plan to increase financial commitments by 50%, reaching over $36 billion annually by 2034.
19968
Which country’s health sector received a Rs 100 crore ADB loan for COVID-19 support?
Answer:
India
ADB provided a Rs 100 crore loan to India’s Medanta hospital chain for healthcare services and medical equipment to fight COVID-19.
19969
What was the ADB’s response to the 1997 Asian financial crisis?
Answer:
$4 billion loan to South Korea
In 1997, ADB approved a $4 billion emergency loan to South Korea and established the Asian Currency Crisis Support Facility.
19970
Which ADB initiative supports cross-border trade in Georgia?
Answer:
New Silk Road
ADB supports Georgia’s role as a logistics hub along the 'New Silk Road,' linking trade between Asia and Europe.