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
20181
Who compiled the Quran into a book form (Mushaf) for the first time?
Answer:
Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA)
After the Battle of Yamama, Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA) ordered Zaid bin Thabit (RA) to compile the scattered Quranic writings into a single volume.
20182
The 'Zanj Rebellion' took place during which Caliphate?
Answer:
Abbasid
The Zanj Rebellion (869–883 AD) was a major uprising in Southern Iraq against the Abbasid Caliphate.
20183
Who was the first person to verify the Prophethood of Muhammad (PBUH)?
Answer:
Waraqa bin Nawfal
Waraqa bin Nawfal, a Christian scholar and cousin of Khadija (RA), confirmed that the revelation was the same Namus (Angel) that came to Moses.
20184
The 'Qarawiyyin Library', the oldest operating library, was founded by:
Answer:
Fatima al-Fihri
Fatima al-Fihri founded the University of Al-Qarawiyyin in Fez, Morocco, in 859 AD, which includes the world's oldest library.
20185
Who was the last ruler of the Islamic Emirate of Granada?
Answer:
Boabdil (Muhammad XII)
Muhammad XII, known in the West as Boabdil, surrendered Granada to Ferdinand and Isabella in 1492.
20186
Which Caliph formed a committee of six to choose his successor?
Answer:
Hazrat Umar (RA)
On his deathbed, Hazrat Umar (RA) appointed a committee (Shura) of six senior companions to elect the next Caliph.
20187
Who built the 'Badshahi Mosque' in Lahore?
Answer:
Aurangzeb
The Badshahi Mosque was commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb in 1671 and completed in 1673.
20188
The 'Abbasid Revolution' which overthrew the Umayyads occurred in:
Answer:
750 AD
The Abbasid Revolution culminated in the Battle of the Zab in 750 AD, leading to the fall of the Umayyads.
20189
Who was the scribe who wrote the Treaty of Hudaibiya?
Answer:
Hazrat Ali (RA)
Hazrat Ali (RA) was the scribe chosen by the Prophet (PBUH) to write the terms of the Treaty of Hudaibiya.
20190
In which year was the 'Farewell Hajj' (Hajjat-ul-Wida) performed?
Answer:
10 AH
The Prophet (PBUH) performed his only Hajj, known as the Farewell Pilgrimage, in 10 AH.