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
22351
Which Abbasid Caliph built the city of Baghdad?
Answer:
Al-Mansur
The Caliph Al-Mansur founded the city of Baghdad in 762 CE, making it the capital of the Abbasid Caliphate.
22352
The title 'Sayyid-ush-Shuhada' (Master of Martyrs) belongs to:
Answer:
Hazrat Hamza (R.A)
Hazrat Hamza bin Abdul Muttalib (R.A) was given the title 'Sayyid-ush-Shuhada' after his martyrdom in the Battle of Uhud.
22353
Who was the commander of the non-believers in the Battle of Uhud?
Answer:
Abu Sufyan
Abu Sufyan led the Quraysh army in the Battle of Uhud against the Muslims in 3 A.H.
22354
Which Surah does not start with Bismillah?
Answer:
Surah Al-Taubah
Surah Al-Taubah is the only Surah in the Quran that does not begin with 'Bismillah ir-Rahman ir-Rahim'.
22355
Who killed the false prophet Musailimah Kazzab?
Answer:
Wahshi bin Harb
Wahshi bin Harb, who had killed Hazrat Hamza before accepting Islam, later killed the false prophet Musailimah Kazzab during the Battle of Yamama.
22356
The first migration (Hijrah) of the Muslims was to:
Answer:
Abyssinia (Habsha)
Before the migration to Madina, a group of Muslims migrated to Abyssinia (modern-day Ethiopia) to escape persecution in Makkah.
22357
Who is known as 'Asadullah' (Lion of Allah)?
Answer:
Hazrat Ali (R.A)
While Hazrat Hamza is called the 'Lion of Allah and His Messenger', Hazrat Ali (R.A) is also widely titled 'Asadullah' for his immense bravery.
22358
What was the duration of the social boycott of Banu Hashim in Sha'b Abi Talib?
Answer:
3 years
The Quraysh imposed a severe social and economic boycott on the Banu Hashim clan, which lasted for three difficult years (7th to 10th year of Prophethood).
22359
Which Prophet was swallowed by a large fish (whale)?
Answer:
Hazrat Yunus (A.S)
Hazrat Yunus (A.S) (Jonah) was swallowed by a whale after leaving his people without Allah's explicit command. He remained in its belly until he repented.
22360
Who was the foster mother of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?
Answer:
Hazrat Halima Saadia
Hazrat Halima Saadia from the tribe of Banu Saad was the foster mother who nursed and raised the Prophet (PBUH) during his early childhood years in the desert.