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
20781
The Stone Age is traditionally divided into which three main phases?
Answer:
Paleolithic, Mesolithic, and Neolithic Age
The Stone Age is divided into three consecutive periods based on the development and refinement of stone tool technology and changes in human lifestyle: the **Paleolithic** (Old Stone Age), the **Mesolithic** (Middle Stone Age), and the **Neolithic** (New Stone Age). The Bronze Age and Iron Age follow the Stone Age.
20782
The term 'Prehistoric Period' refers to the time before the advent of:
Answer:
Written records
The Prehistoric Period, or Prehistory, is the vast span of time before written records or documentation began. Knowledge about this era is primarily derived from archaeological and paleoanthropological evidence, such as artifacts, fossils, and rock paintings, rather than contemporary written accounts.
20783
The 'Raid on Karbala' (1802) was carried out by:
Answer:
The Wahhabis / First Saudi State
Forces of the First Saudi State attacked Karbala, sacking the city and the shrine of Imam Hussain.
20784
Which city served as the first capital of the Ottoman state?
Answer:
Bursa
Bursa was the first major capital of the Ottoman Beylik, captured by Orhan I in 1326.
20785
The 'Berbers' were pivotal in the Muslim conquest of:
Answer:
Spain (Al-Andalus)
The Berber troops from North Africa, led by Tariq bin Ziyad, formed the bulk of the army that conquered Spain.
20786
Who conquered the island of Sicily for the Muslims?
Answer:
The Aghlabids
The Aghlabids of Ifriqiya began the conquest of Sicily in 827 CE.
20787
The 'Ayyubid Dynasty' ruled primarily in:
Answer:
Egypt and Syria
Founded by Saladin, the Ayyubids ruled Egypt, Syria, Upper Mesopotamia, the Hejaz, and Yemen.
20788
Which battle marked the end of the Sassanid Empire?
Answer:
Battle of Nihawand
The Battle of Nihawand (642 CE) is known as the 'Victory of Victories' and sealed the fate of the Persian Sassanid Empire.
20789
The 'Qarmatians' were a radical sect that famously stole the:
Answer:
Black Stone (Hajar al-Aswad)
The Qarmatians sacked Mecca in 930 CE and stole the Black Stone, holding it for ransom for over 20 years.
20790
The 'Canon of Medicine' was written by which scholar who lived under the Caliphates?
Answer:
Ibn Sina (Avicenna)
Ibn Sina's 'Canon of Medicine' became a standard medical text in both the Islamic world and Europe for centuries.