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
21901
The 'Cultural Revolution' aimed to purge:
Answer:
Capitalist and Traditional elements
Mao Zedong launched it to preserve Communist ideology and remove perceived enemies of the state.
21902
Who was the founder of the 'Safavid Empire'?
Answer:
Shah Ismail I
Shah Ismail I founded the Safavid dynasty in the early 16th century, establishing Shia Islam in Persia.
21903
The 'Meiji Restoration' (1868) took place in:
Answer:
Japan
It marked the end of the Shogunate and the restoration of imperial rule, leading to Japan's modernization.
21904
Who led the 'Indian National Army' (INA) during WWII?
Answer:
Subhash Chandra Bose
Subhash Chandra Bose led the INA to fight alongside the Japanese against the British to free India.
21905
Which treaty ceded Hong Kong to Britain?
Answer:
Treaty of Nanking
The Treaty of Nanking (1842) ended the First Opium War and gave Hong Kong to Britain.
21906
The 'Terracotta Army' belongs to the tomb of:
Answer:
Qin Shi Huang
The terracotta warriors were created to protect the first Emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang, in the afterlife.
21907
Who founded the 'Mughal Empire'?
Answer:
Babur
Babur defeated Ibrahim Lodi in 1526 to establish the Mughal Empire.
21908
The 'Aryabhata' was an ancient Indian:
Answer:
Mathematician and Astronomer
Aryabhata is famous for his work in mathematics (concept of zero) and astronomy.
21909
Which country was never colonized by a European power?
Answer:
Thailand (Siam)
Thailand maintained its independence through skillful diplomacy during the colonial era.
21910
The 'Iranian Revolution' (1979) overthrew:
Answer:
The Shah (Mohammad Reza Pahlavi)
The revolution ended the monarchy and established an Islamic Republic led by Ayatollah Khomeini.