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
25251
Which religion’s sacred text is called the Torah?
Answer:
b) Judaism
The Torah, the first five books of the Hebrew Bible, is the sacred text of Judaism, containing God’s laws and teachings revealed to Moses, guiding Jewish religious and ethical life.
25252
Who is the central prophet of Islam?
Answer:
b) Muhammad
Muhammad is the central prophet of Islam, believed to be the final messenger of God. His revelations, received in the 7th century CE, form the Quran, guiding Islamic faith and practice.
25253
Which religion’s followers practice circumcision as a religious rite?
Answer:
d) Both b and c
Both Judaism and Islam practice circumcision as a religious rite. In Judaism, it is a covenant with God (Brit Milah), while in Islam, it is a recommended practice (Sunnah) symbolizing cleanliness.
25254
What is the primary sacred text of Islam?
Answer:
b) Quran
The Quran is the primary sacred text of Islam, believed by Muslims to be the literal word of God as revealed to Prophet Muhammad. It serves as the ultimate source of guidance for Islamic beliefs and practices, distinguishing it from the Torah (Judaism), Bible (Christianity), and Vedas (Hinduism).
25255
Which religion’s sacred site is Bodh Gaya, where the Buddha attained enlightenment?
Answer:
b) Buddhism
Bodh Gaya, in India, is a sacred Buddhist site where Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree, making it a major pilgrimage destination for Buddhists.
25256
Which religion’s sacred text is called the Guru Granth Sahib?
Answer:
b) Sikhism
The Guru Granth Sahib is the sacred text of Sikhism, considered the eternal Guru. It contains hymns and teachings from the Sikh Gurus and other spiritual figures, guiding Sikh worship and ethics.
25257
Which religion celebrates Holi, the festival of colors?
Answer:
a) Hinduism
Holi, the Hindu festival of colors, celebrates the arrival of spring and the triumph of good over evil, marked by throwing colored powders, dancing, and communal festivities.
25258
Which religion’s place of worship is called a Gurdwara?
Answer:
b) Sikhism
A Gurdwara is the place of worship in Sikhism, meaning ‘door to the Guru.’ It is where Sikhs gather to pray, read the Guru Granth Sahib, and participate in community meals called langar.
25259
Which religion’s sacred text includes the Ramayana?
Answer:
b) Hinduism
The Ramayana is a sacred Hindu epic, narrating the life of Lord Rama, an incarnation of Vishnu. It serves as a moral and spiritual guide in Hinduism, emphasizing duty and righteousness.
25260
Which religion’s followers are guided by the principle of Ahimsa?
Answer:
d) All of the above
Ahimsa, the principle of non-violence, is central to Jainism, strongly emphasized in Buddhism, and also respected in Sikhism, influencing practices like vegetarianism and ethical living in these faiths.