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
20881
The decisive Battle of Yarmouk was fought against which empire?
Answer:
Byzantine (Roman) Empire
The Battle of Yarmouk (636 CE) was a major victory for the Rashidun army over the Byzantine forces, opening Syria and the Levant to Muslim rule.
20882
Which Caliph established the 'Diwan' system (Public Treasury/Registry) for the state administration?
Answer:
Hazrat Umar (R.A)
Hazrat Umar (R.A) formalized the state administration, establishing the Diwan to maintain records of soldiers and stipends, and setting up a public treasury (Bayt al-Mal).
20883
Who was the first Caliph to face the 'Ridda Wars' (Wars of Apostasy)?
Answer:
Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A)
Immediately after assuming the Caliphate, Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A) had to fight against rebellious tribes who refused to pay Zakat or claimed false prophethood.
20884
The period of the 'Rashidun Caliphate' (Rightly Guided Caliphs) lasted for approximately how many years?
Answer:
30 years
The Rashidun Caliphate lasted from 632 CE to 661 CE, a period of roughly 29-30 years.
20885
The word 'Khilafat' (Caliphate) is derived from the Arabic root 'Khalifa', which means:
Answer:
Successor or Representative
Khalifa means a successor, specifically referring to the successor to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in leading the Muslim community.
20886
The 'Line of Control' (LoC) was established by which agreement?
Answer:
Simla Agreement
The 1972 Simla Agreement renamed the ceasefire line in Kashmir as the Line of Control.
20887
Sovereignty over the Aegean Sea islands and airspace is disputed between:
Answer:
Greece and Turkey
Long-standing disputes exist regarding the continental shelf, territorial waters, and airspace.
20888
The dispute over the name 'Macedonia' was between North Macedonia and:
Answer:
Greece
Greece argued the name implied territorial claims on its own region of Macedonia. It was resolved with the Prespa Agreement in 2018.
20889
What is the name of the partition line in Cyprus?
Answer:
The Green Line
The United Nations Buffer Zone in Cyprus is commonly known as the Green Line.
20890
Navalmoral is NOT a disputed territory. Which of the following IS a disputed island between France and Madagascar?
Answer:
Juan de Nova
Juan de Nova is one of the Scattered Islands in the Indian Ocean administered by France but claimed by Madagascar.