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
20021
Which country has the largest population among SAARC members?
Answer:
India
India has the largest population and economy among all the SAARC member countries.
20022
The 19th SAARC Summit, which was cancelled, was scheduled to be held in:
Answer:
Pakistan
The 19th SAARC Summit was scheduled to be held in Islamabad, Pakistan, in 2016 but was cancelled following the Uri terror attack in India.
20023
The 18th SAARC Summit was held in 2014 in which city?
Answer:
Kathmandu
The 18th SAARC Summit was held in Kathmandu, Nepal, in November 2014. It was the last summit held before the suspension of the 19th summit.
20024
Which of the following is an Observer state of SAARC?
Answer:
China
China is one of the 9 Observer states of SAARC. Russia, Canada, and Brazil are not observers.
20025
How many Observer states does SAARC currently have?
Answer:
9
There are 9 Observer states to SAARC: Australia, China, the European Union, Iran, Japan, Mauritius, Myanmar, South Korea, and the United States.
20026
The South Asian University (SAU) is located in which city?
Answer:
New Delhi
The South Asian University (SAU) represents a collaboration of all SAARC nations and is located in New Delhi, India.
20027
Where is the SAARC Tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS Centre (STAC) located?
Answer:
Kathmandu, Nepal
The SAARC Tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS Centre (STAC) is situated in Kathmandu, Nepal.
20028
Where is the SAARC Energy Centre (SEC) established?
Answer:
Pakistan
The SAARC Energy Centre (SEC) is located in Islamabad, Pakistan.
20029
Where is the SAARC Agricultural Centre (SAC) located?
Answer:
Dhaka, Bangladesh
The SAARC Agricultural Centre (SAC) is located in Dhaka, Bangladesh. It was the first regional center established by SAARC.
20030
Which of the following countries is NOT a member of SAARC?
Answer:
Myanmar
Myanmar is not a member of SAARC; it is a member of ASEAN. The 8 members of SAARC are Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.