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
2201
Which country won the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024?
Answer:
India
India defeated South Africa by 7 runs in the final held in Barbados to win their second T20 World Cup title.
2202
Who was elected as the President of the United States in the November 2024 election?
Answer:
Donald Trump
Donald Trump won the 2024 US Presidential election, securing a return to the White House.
2203
Which film won the Best Picture award at the 96th Academy Awards (Oscars) in 2024?
Answer:
Oppenheimer
Christopher Nolan's 'Oppenheimer' dominated the 2024 Oscars, winning 7 awards including Best Picture.
2204
Who won the Miss Universe 2024 title?
Answer:
Victoria Kjaer Theilvig
Victoria Kjaer Theilvig of Denmark was crowned Miss Universe 2024 in Mexico City, marking the first win for her country.
2205
Which country joined NATO as its 32nd member in March 2024?
Answer:
Sweden
Sweden officially joined NATO in March 2024, ending centuries of non-alignment, following Finland's accession in 2023.
2206
Which famous American mountaineer, who helped lead ascents of Everest and K2, died in March 2024?
Answer:
Lou Whittaker
Lou Whittaker, a legendary mountaineer, died on March 24, 2024, at the age of 95.
2207
Richard Simmons, the fitness personality known for his energetic videos, died in July 2024. How old was he?
Answer:
76
Richard Simmons passed away on July 13, 2024, at the age of 76.
2208
Which Japanese actor, known for Kurosawa films like 'Ran' and 'Yojimbo', died in late 2025 at age 92?
Answer:
Tatsuya Nakadai
Tatsuya Nakadai, a legend of Japanese cinema, passed away in late 2025.
2209
Which 'RuPaul's Drag Race UK' winner passed away tragically at age 32 in January 2025?
Answer:
The Vivienne
The Vivienne, the first winner of 'RuPaul's Drag Race UK', died tragically in January 2025.
2210
Ham Lini, a former Prime Minister of which Pacific island nation, died in 2025?
Answer:
Vanuatu
Ham Lini, who served as Prime Minister of Vanuatu, passed away at the age of 73 in 2025.