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
20131
Who was the first African to serve as UN Secretary-General?
Answer:
Boutros Boutros-Ghali
Boutros Boutros-Ghali of Egypt was the first African to serve as Secretary-General, holding the office from 1992 to 1996. Kofi Annan was the second (from Sub-Saharan Africa).
20132
Which organ is considered the 'parliament of nations'?
Answer:
General Assembly
The General Assembly is the main deliberative, policymaking, and representative organ of the UN, where all member states have equal representation, earning it the nickname 'parliament of nations'.
20133
The 'Blue Berets' are associated with which UN activity?
Answer:
Peacekeeping
UN Peacekeepers are often referred to as 'Blue Berets' or 'Blue Helmets' because of their distinctive light blue headgear.
20134
Which UN Secretary-General died in a plane crash while in office?
Answer:
Dag Hammarskjöld
Dag Hammarskjöld, the second Secretary-General, died in a plane crash in Northern Rhodesia (now Zambia) in September 1961 while on a peace mission to the Congo.
20135
What is the primary function of the UN Security Council?
Answer:
Maintenance of international peace and security
Under the UN Charter, the Security Council has the primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security.
20136
Which UN agency was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1965?
Answer:
UNICEF
The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1965 for its work in promoting brotherhood among nations.
20137
Where is the headquarters of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)?
Answer:
Vienna
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is headquartered at the Vienna International Centre in Vienna, Austria.
20138
The IAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency) reports to which UN bodies?
Answer:
General Assembly and Security Council
The IAEA is an autonomous organization within the UN system. It reports to both the General Assembly and the Security Council.
20139
Which of the following states has 'Permanent Observer' status at the UN?
Answer:
Holy See (Vatican City)
The Holy See and the State of Palestine are the two non-member states with Permanent Observer status at the United Nations.
20140
In which city was the UN Charter signed?
Answer:
San Francisco
The UN Charter was signed on June 26, 1945, in San Francisco, at the conclusion of the United Nations Conference on International Organization.