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
21221
The 'Nagorno-Karabakh' conflict is between:
Answer:
Armenia and Azerbaijan
The two nations have fought multiple wars over this disputed region since the fall of the Soviet Union.
21222
Which country became the 28th member of the EU in 2013?
Answer:
Croatia
Croatia is the most recent country to join the European Union.
21223
The 'Arab Spring' started in Tunisia and spread to:
Answer:
Egypt, Libya, Syria, Yemen
Major uprisings occurred in these countries, leading to regime changes or civil wars.
21224
The 'Taliban' returned to power in Afghanistan in:
Answer:
2021
The Taliban captured Kabul in August 2021 as US forces withdrew.
21225
Who was the Prime Minister of the UK during the Brexit referendum?
Answer:
David Cameron
David Cameron called for the referendum but campaigned to Remain; he resigned after the Leave vote.
21226
The 'Yellow Vest' (Gilets Jaunes) protests began in 2018 in:
Answer:
France
The movement began as a protest against fuel tax increases.
21227
Which country adopted Bitcoin as legal tender in 2021?
Answer:
El Salvador
El Salvador became the first country to make Bitcoin legal tender.
21228
The 'Chechen Wars' were fought between Russia and:
Answer:
Chechen separatists
Two wars were fought in the 1990s and 2000s over the independence of the Chechen Republic.
21229
The 'Charlie Hebdo' attacks (2015) occurred in:
Answer:
Paris
Terrorists attacked the offices of the satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo.
21230
Which US President ordered the withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan in 2021?
Answer:
Joe Biden
Joe Biden oversaw the final withdrawal, ending the 20-year war in August 2021.