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
2341
Which organization publishes the Global Gender Gap Report?
Answer:
World Economic Forum (WEF)
The World Economic Forum (WEF) publishes the annual Global Gender Gap Report.
2342
What is Pakistan's rank in the Global Gender Gap Report 2024?
Answer:
145th
Pakistan ranked 145th out of 146 countries in the Global Gender Gap Report 2024, placing it second to last, just ahead of Sudan.
2343
Which country ranked first in the Global Gender Gap Report 2024?
Answer:
Iceland
Iceland topped the Global Gender Gap Report 2024 for the 15th consecutive year, being the only country to close more than 90% of its gender gap.
2344
What is Pakistan's rank in the Henley Passport Index 2025?
Answer:
96th
Pakistan ranked 96th (fourth weakest) in the Henley Passport Index 2025, sharing the spot with countries like Somalia and Yemen.
2345
Which country has the most powerful passport according to the Henley Passport Index 2025?
Answer:
Singapore
Singapore held the top spot in the Henley Passport Index 2025, offering visa-free access to the highest number of destinations.
2346
Which organization releases the World Press Freedom Index?
Answer:
Reporters Without Borders (RSF)
Reporters Without Borders (RSF), based in Paris, releases the annual World Press Freedom Index.
2347
What is Pakistan's rank in the World Press Freedom Index 2025?
Answer:
158th
Pakistan ranked 158th out of 180 countries in the World Press Freedom Index 2025, dropping six places from the previous year.
2348
Which country topped the World Press Freedom Index 2025?
Answer:
Norway
Norway continued to top the World Press Freedom Index 2025, maintaining its status as the country with the freest press.
2349
What was Pakistan's rank in the UN Human Development Index (HDI) 2023/24 report?
Answer:
164th
In the HDI 2023/24 report released in March 2024, Pakistan was ranked 164th out of 193 countries (though some sources citing 2021/22 trends discuss the 161st spot, the latest 2023/24 report confirmed the 164th position).
2350
Which country held the top position in the Human Development Index (HDI) 2023/24 report?
Answer:
Switzerland
Switzerland ranked first in the United Nations Development Programme's (UNDP) Human Development Index 2023/24.