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
21971
Which country was formerly known as 'Burma'?
Answer:
Myanmar
The ruling military junta changed the country's English name from Burma to Myanmar in 1989.
21972
The 'Long March' established the leadership of:
Answer:
Mao Zedong
During the Long March, Mao Zedong consolidated his power and emerged as the undisputed leader of the Chinese Communist Party.
21973
Who built the 'Red Fort' in Delhi?
Answer:
Shah Jahan
Shah Jahan constructed the Red Fort (Lal Qila) in Delhi when he moved his capital there from Agra in 1639.
21974
The 'Asian Financial Crisis' began in 1997 in which country?
Answer:
Thailand
The crisis started in Thailand with the collapse of the Thai Baht after the government was forced to float the currency, spreading contagion across East Asia.
21975
The 'Sykes-Picot Agreement' (1916) planned the partition of:
Answer:
The Ottoman Empire
It was a secret agreement between Britain and France to divide the Arab provinces of the Ottoman Empire into spheres of influence.
21976
Who was the first Prime Minister of Malaysia?
Answer:
Tunku Abdul Rahman
Tunku Abdul Rahman is regarded as the 'Father of Independence' and served as the first Prime Minister of Malaya (and later Malaysia).
21977
The 'Urdu' language evolved during the period of:
Answer:
Delhi Sultanate and Mughal Empire
Urdu developed as a 'Lashkari' (camp) language, blending Persian, Arabic, and Turkish vocabulary with local Indian dialects (Khariboli) during Muslim rule in India.
21978
Who was the hero of the 'Battle of Myeongnyang', defeating a massive Japanese fleet?
Answer:
Yi Sun-sin
Admiral Yi Sun-sin used 13 ships to defeat a Japanese fleet of over 130 ships in 1597, one of the most famous naval victories in history.
21979
The 'Kyoto Protocol' (1997) was an international treaty regarding:
Answer:
Climate Change
Adopted in Kyoto, Japan, the protocol committed state parties to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
21980
Which Sultan is known as the 'Mad King' of India for his failed experiments?
Answer:
Muhammad bin Tughlaq
Muhammad bin Tughlaq is often called the 'Mad King' due to his ambitious but disastrous projects, such as shifting the capital from Delhi to Daulatabad and introducing token currency.