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
20001
Where is the SAARC Disaster Management Centre (SDMC-IU) currently operating from?
Answer:
Gandhinagar, India
The interim unit of the SAARC Disaster Management Centre (SDMC-IU) is currently operating from the Gujarat Institute of Disaster Management (GIDM) in Gandhinagar, India.
20002
Which SAARC member is the smallest in terms of land area?
Answer:
Maldives
The Maldives is the smallest SAARC member in terms of both land area and population.
20003
The SAARC Food Bank was established to:
Answer:
Meet emergency food shortages in the region
The SAARC Food Bank was established to provide a reserve of food grains to meet emergency shortages in member countries.
20004
Which subject is explicitly excluded from SAARC deliberations according to its Charter?
Answer:
Bilateral and contentious issues
The Charter specifically excludes bilateral and contentious issues from the deliberations of the Association.
20005
How are decisions made at all levels in SAARC?
Answer:
Unanimity
According to the SAARC Charter, decisions at all levels are to be taken on the basis of unanimity.
20006
Which country hosted the 20th anniversary of SAARC in 2005?
Answer:
Bangladesh
The 13th Summit, which marked the 20th anniversary of SAARC, was held in Dhaka, Bangladesh, in 2005.
20007
The SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme was launched in which year?
Answer:
1992
The SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme was launched in 1992 to facilitate travel for dignitaries and specific categories of people.
20008
Which SAARC member has the highest literacy rate?
Answer:
Maldives
According to recent data, Maldives has the highest literacy rate in the region (approx 98-99%), followed closely by Sri Lanka.
20009
What is the tenure of the SAARC Secretary-General?
Answer:
3 years
The Secretary-General is appointed for a non-renewable term of three years.
20010
In which country was the SAARC Charter officially signed?
Answer:
Bangladesh
The Charter was signed in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on December 8, 1985, during the first Summit.