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
22131
Which empire built the 'Great Wall of China' to protect against nomadic invasions?
Answer:
Chinese Empire (various dynasties)
While started earlier, the most famous sections were built by the Ming Dynasty to keep out Mongol and Manchu invaders.
22132
The 'Salt March' (1930) was a protest led by Gandhi against:
Answer:
The British salt monopoly
Gandhi marched 240 miles to the sea to make his own salt, defying the British law that made it illegal for Indians to collect or sell salt.
22133
Who was the founder of the All-India Muslim League in 1906?
Answer:
Nawab Salimullah Khan
The Muslim League was founded in Dhaka under the leadership of the Nawab of Dhaka, Salimullah Khan, to protect Muslim interests in British India.
22134
Which country was formerly known as the 'Dutch East Indies'?
Answer:
Indonesia
The Dutch East Indies became the independent nation of Indonesia following World War II.
22135
The 'Maji Maji Rebellion' (1905-1907) was an uprising against colonial rule in:
Answer:
German East Africa (Tanzania)
The rebellion was triggered by German policies on forced cotton cultivation. The rebels believed 'Maji' (magic water) would protect them from German bullets.
22136
Mangal Pandey is a famous figure associated with the start of:
Answer:
The Indian Rebellion of 1857
Mangal Pandey was a sepoy who revolted against his British officers, an act that is often cited as the spark for the wider mutiny.
22137
The 'Trans-Siberian Railway' connected European Russia with:
Answer:
The Pacific Ocean (Vladivostok)
Completed in 1916, the railway allowed Russia to project power into East Asia and consolidate control over its vast Siberian territories.
22138
Which invention revolutionized communication across the British Empire in the 19th century?
Answer:
The Telegraph
The telegraph allowed for near-instant communication between London and distant colonies like India (via the submarine cable), tightening imperial control.
22139
The 'Great Exhibition' of 1851, held in the Crystal Palace, showcased:
Answer:
Industrial and cultural products of the British Empire and the world
Organized by Prince Albert, the Great Exhibition was a celebration of British industrial technology and imperial reach.
22140
Who was the first Prime Minister of Pakistan?
Answer:
Liaquat Ali Khan
Liaquat Ali Khan served as the first Prime Minister of Pakistan from independence in 1947 until his assassination in 1951.