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
20101
In what year did the League of Nations formally dissolve?
Answer:
1946
The League officially dissolved in April 1946, transferring its assets and responsibilities to the newly formed United Nations.
20102
Which country was expelled from the League of Nations in 1939?
Answer:
The Soviet Union
The Soviet Union was the only member ever expelled from the League, following its invasion of Finland (the Winter War) in late 1939.
20103
The International Labour Organization (ILO) aimed to do what?
Answer:
Improve working conditions worldwide
The ILO worked to improve labor conditions by setting standards for working hours, child labor, and safety, and was one of the League's most successful agencies.
20104
What was the 'Nansen Passport' used for?
Answer:
Stateless refugees
Created by Fridtjof Nansen, the High Commissioner for Refugees, these documents allowed stateless refugees (mainly from Russia and Armenia) to travel and work legally.
20105
Which of the following was a successful dispute resolution by the League in 1921?
Answer:
Aaland Islands
The League successfully resolved the dispute between Finland and Sweden over the Aaland Islands, awarding them to Finland with protections for the Swedish population.
20106
Which nation invaded Abyssinia (Ethiopia) in 1935?
Answer:
Italy
Italy, led by Benito Mussolini, invaded Abyssinia in 1935. The League imposed economic sanctions but they were ineffective and eventually abandoned.
20107
What was the name of the report issued by the League concerning the Manchurian Crisis?
Answer:
The Lytton Report
The Lytton Commission, led by Lord Lytton, investigated the invasion and issued a report in 1932 stating that Japan was the aggressor and should leave Manchuria.
20108
Which country invaded Manchuria in 1931, exposing the League's inability to stop aggression?
Answer:
Japan
Japan invaded Manchuria in 1931. The League condemned the action (Lytton Report), leading Japan to withdraw from the organization rather than withdraw its troops.
20109
In which year did Germany join the League of Nations?
Answer:
1926
Germany was admitted to the League in 1926 following the Locarno Treaties, which normalized relations with its neighbors.
20110
Which incident in 1923 highlighted the League's weakness when dealing with major powers?
Answer:
The Corfu Incident
In the Corfu Incident, Italy under Mussolini occupied the Greek island of Corfu. The League failed to condemn Italy effectively, showing its inability to control powerful members.