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
21501
Which organization was formed in 1963 to promote unity and solidarity among African states?
Answer:
Organization of African Unity (OAU)
The OAU was founded in Addis Ababa to coordinate cooperation among African states and eradicate colonialism. It was succeeded by the African Union in 2002.
21502
The 'Dien Bien Phu' battle in 1954 marked the end of which country's colonial presence in Indochina?
Answer:
France
The decisive defeat of French forces at Dien Bien Phu by the Viet Minh forced France to withdraw from Indochina (Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia).
21503
Who led the 'Salt March' in 1930 as a campaign of nonviolent resistance against the British salt monopoly?
Answer:
Mahatma Gandhi
Mahatma Gandhi led the Salt March to Dandi, a pivotal moment in the Indian independence movement that garnered worldwide attention.
21504
Which Portuguese colony was the last to gain independence in Africa (1975), following the Carnation Revolution?
Answer:
All of the above
The Carnation Revolution in Portugal (1974) led to the rapid decolonization of all Portuguese territories, including Angola, Mozambique, Guinea-Bissau, Cape Verde, and São Tomé and Príncipe in 1975.
21505
The 'Wind of Change' speech, signaling Britain's intention to grant independence to its African colonies, was delivered by:
Answer:
Harold Macmillan
British Prime Minister Harold Macmillan gave this historic speech to the Parliament of South Africa in 1960, acknowledging the rising tide of African nationalism.
21506
Who was the first Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, assassinated shortly after independence?
Answer:
Patrice Lumumba
Patrice Lumumba was a key figure in Congolese independence from Belgium but was deposed and assassinated in 1961 during the Congo Crisis.
21507
The 'Partition of India' in 1947 resulted in the creation of which two sovereign states?
Answer:
India and Pakistan
The Indian Independence Act 1947 partitioned British India into the Dominion of India and the Dominion of Pakistan (which included East Pakistan, now Bangladesh).
21508
The National Liberation Front (FLN) fought a bloody war for independence against France in:
Answer:
Algeria
The Algerian War of Independence (1954–1962) was led by the FLN against French rule, resulting in Algeria's independence.
21509
Who coined the term 'Neocolonialism' to describe the continued economic control of former colonies?
Answer:
Kwame Nkrumah
Kwame Nkrumah, the first President of Ghana, popularized the term to describe how independent nations remained economically dependent on former colonial powers.
21510
Which conference held in 1955 is considered a precursor to the Non-Aligned Movement?
Answer:
Bandung Conference
The Bandung Conference, held in Indonesia, gathered Asian and African nations to discuss peace and the role of the Third World in the Cold War, opposing colonialism.