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
20031
When did the SAFTA agreement come into force?
Answer:
2006
The SAFTA agreement was signed in 2004 during the 12th SAARC Summit but came into force on January 1, 2006.
20032
SAFTA stands for:
Answer:
South Asian Free Trade Area
SAFTA stands for South Asian Free Trade Area, an agreement reached in 2004 to create a free trade area within the region.
20033
What is the official language of SAARC?
Answer:
English
English is the official language used for documentation and communication within the SAARC organization.
20034
Who was the first Secretary-General of SAARC?
Answer:
Abul Ahsan
Abul Ahsan of Bangladesh was the first Secretary-General of SAARC, serving from 1987 to 1989.
20035
In which city was the first SAARC Summit held?
Answer:
Dhaka
The first SAARC Summit was held in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on December 7-8, 1985.
20036
Who proposed the idea of SAARC?
Answer:
Ziaur Rahman
The concept of SAARC was first mooted by Ziaur Rahman, the then President of Bangladesh, in the late 1970s.
20037
Which country was the last to join SAARC as a full member?
Answer:
Afghanistan
Afghanistan became the 8th member of SAARC during the 14th Summit held in New Delhi in April 2007.
20038
How many founding members did SAARC have?
Answer:
7
There were 7 founding members: Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. Afghanistan joined later.
20039
Where is the headquarters (Secretariat) of SAARC located?
Answer:
Kathmandu, Nepal
The Secretariat of the Association was set up in Kathmandu, Nepal, on January 16, 1987.
20040
When was the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) established?
Answer:
1985
SAARC was established on December 8, 1985, with the signing of the SAARC Charter in Dhaka, Bangladesh.