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
20841
What was the 'Zanj Rebellion' during the Abbasid era?
Answer:
A revolt by enslaved East Africans in Iraq
The Zanj Rebellion (869–883 CE) was a massive uprising of enslaved Zanj (East Africans) working in the marshes of southern Iraq.
20842
Who was the last person to hold the title of Caliph of the Ottoman Dynasty?
Answer:
Abdulmejid II
After the Sultanate was abolished in 1922, Abdulmejid II held the title of Caliph (spiritual head only) until the Caliphate was abolished in 1924.
20843
The 'Khilafat Movement' (1919-1924) to protect the Ottoman Caliphate was launched in:
Answer:
British India
Indian Muslims led by the Ali brothers launched the movement to pressure the British to preserve the authority of the Ottoman Caliph.
20844
The Ottoman Caliphate was officially abolished in which year?
Answer:
1924
The Turkish Grand National Assembly, led by Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, abolished the Caliphate on March 3, 1924.
20845
Who was the last Ottoman Sultan?
Answer:
Mehmed VI
Mehmed VI was the last Sultan. He was exiled in 1922 when the Sultanate was abolished. (Note: Abdulmejid II was the last Caliph, but not Sultan).
20846
The Tanzimat reforms (1839-1876) aimed to:
Answer:
Modernize and Westernize the Ottoman state
The Tanzimat reforms attempted to modernize the empire's administration, military, and legal systems to prevent decline and fragmentation.
20847
Which treaty in 1699 marked the first major loss of Ottoman territory in Europe?
Answer:
Treaty of Karlowitz
The Treaty of Karlowitz ended the Great Turkish War and forced the Ottomans to cede Hungary and other territories to the Habsburgs.
20848
The 'Millet System' in the Ottoman Empire allowed:
Answer:
Religious minorities to rule themselves under their own laws
The Millet System allowed religious communities (Christians, Jews) to retain their own religious laws and leadership in personal matters.
20849
The naval Battle of Lepanto (1571) was a significant defeat for the Ottomans against:
Answer:
The Holy League
A coalition of Catholic maritime states (Holy League) defeated the Ottoman fleet, checking their naval expansion in the Mediterranean.
20850
The practice of 'Devshirme' involved:
Answer:
Conscripting Christian boys for state service
Devshirme was the system where Christian boys from the Balkans were recruited, converted to Islam, and trained to become Janissaries or civil servants.