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
2011
The 'Human Rights Sites of the Khmer Rouge' (Cambodian Memorial Sites) were added in 2025. This includes which famous prison?
Answer:
Tuol Sleng (S-21)
The site includes the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21) and Choeung Ek, memorializing the victims of the Khmer Rouge.
2012
Which site in Russia was inscribed in 2024 for its cultural landscape?
Answer:
Cultural Landscape of Kenozero Lake
The Cultural Landscape of Kenozero Lake testifies to the wooden architecture and traditions of the Russian North.
2013
The 'Melka Kunture and Balchit' archaeological site, added in 2024, is located in:
Answer:
Ethiopia
Melka Kunture and Balchit is a prehistoric site cluster located in the Upper Awash Valley of Ethiopia.
2014
Which Thai site, known for its Dvaravati-era stones, was added to the list in 2024?
Answer:
Phu Phrabat
Phu Phrabat, a testimony to the Sīma stone tradition of the Dvaravati period, was inscribed in 2024.
2015
The 'Historic Centre of Odesa' was added to the Danger List in 2023. In which country is it found?
Answer:
Ukraine
The Historic Centre of Odesa in Ukraine remains on the Danger List due to the ongoing war.
2016
Which remote French archipelago in the Pacific was inscribed as a mixed site in 2024?
Answer:
Te Henua Enata – The Marquesas Islands
Te Henua Enata – The Marquesas Islands was inscribed as a mixed site for its cultural and natural significance.
2017
The 'Vjetrenica Cave' was a natural site added in 2024. Which country is it located in?
Answer:
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Vjetrenica Cave is a biodiversity hotspot for cave-dwelling species located in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
2018
Which site in Iran, representing the capital of the Medes, was inscribed in 2024?
Answer:
Hegmataneh
Hegmataneh (Ecbatana) provides important evidence of the Medes civilization and was inscribed in 2024.
2019
The 'Maratha Military Landscapes', inscribed in the 2024/2025 cycle, are a network of forts in which country?
Answer:
India
These military landscapes, comprising hill forts and coastal forts, are located in India.
2020
Which site in Kenya was inscribed in 2024 as the 'Historic Town and Archaeological Site of Gedi'?
Answer:
Gedi
The Historic Town and Archaeological Site of Gedi was added to the list, representing a Swahili trading city.