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
1991
Which cultural landscape in Cameroon, characterized by dry-stone architecture, was inscribed in 2025?
Answer:
Diy-Gid-Biy Cultural Landscape
The Diy-Gid-Biy Cultural Landscape of the Mandara Mountains was added for its cultural traditions.
1992
The 'Faya Palaeolandscape', revealing early human occupation, was added in 2025. It is in:
Answer:
UAE
The Faya Palaeolandscape is an archaeological site located in the United Arab Emirates.
1993
Which site in Malaysia, established in the 1920s as a man-made rainforest, was added in 2025?
Answer:
Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) Forest Park
FRIM Forest Park Selangor was inscribed as a model of tropical forest restoration.
1994
The 'Møns Klint', famous for its white chalk cliffs, was added to the World Heritage List in 2025. It is in:
Answer:
Denmark
Møns Klint is a geological site located in Denmark.
1995
Which natural site in Brazil, known for its caves and rock art, was added in 2025?
Answer:
Peruaçu River Canyon
The Peruaçu River Canyon (Cavernas do Peruaçu) was inscribed for its natural beauty and archaeological value.
1996
The 'Xixia Imperial Tombs', added in 2025, are located in which region of China?
Answer:
Ningxia
The Xixia Imperial Tombs are located in the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region of China.
1997
Which site in Turkey, the capital of the ancient Lydian Kingdom, was added in 2025?
Answer:
Sardis and the Lydian Tumuli of Bin Tepe
Sardis and the Lydian Tumuli were inscribed in 2025 for their archaeological significance.
1998
The 'Nelson Mandela Legacy Sites' were inscribed in 2024. Which country submitted this nomination?
Answer:
South Africa
South Africa inscribed the Nelson Mandela Legacy Sites, commemorating the anti-apartheid struggle.
1999
Which Ukrainian site remains on the Danger List as of late 2025?
Answer:
Kyiv: Saint-Sophia Cathedral
Kyiv's Saint-Sophia Cathedral and Lavra remain on the List of World Heritage in Danger due to the war.
2000
The 'Gola-Tiwai Complex', a natural site added in 2025, is located in:
Answer:
Sierra Leone
The Gola-Tiwai Complex is a biodiversity hotspot located in Sierra Leone.