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
26681
What position did NHL legend Doug Harvey play?
Answer:
Doug Harvey, chiefly with the Montreal Canadiens, is considered one of hockey’s greatest defensemen. He won multiple Norris Trophies. His playstyle reshaped blue-line responsibilities.
26682
Where is the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI) located?
Answer:
Founded in 1954 following the Everest ascent, HMI is in Darjeeling, West Bengal. It trains mountaineers and houses a museum. Dehradun hosts other academies, but not HMI.
26683
In *The Partridge Family* TV series, what did the singing family travel in?
Answer:
The family toured in a brightly painted school bus that became the show’s icon. The vehicle appeared in opening sequences and promotional art. It’s an easy pop-culture identifier.
26684
Firdausi (Ferdowsi) was:
Answer:
The Persian poet Ferdowsi authored the *Shahnameh*, Iran’s national epic, around the 10th–11th centuries. It preserves pre-Islamic myths and history in over 50,000 couplets. His work shaped Persian language and identity.
26685
Which U.S. president was born earliest (by birth year)?
Answer:
Washington was born in 1732, Adams in 1735, Jefferson in 1743, and Madison in 1751. The question asks only about birth order, not tenure. Washington later became the first president.
26686
What does ESCAP stand for (a UN regional body)?
Answer:
UN ESCAP focuses on development across Asia-Pacific, headquartered in Bangkok. The definite article “the” is part of the official name. It runs programs on trade, transport, energy, and statistics.
26687
How many acres are in one square mile?
Answer:
A statute mile is 5,280 feet; squaring that and converting to acres yields 640 acres. This conversion is standard in land surveying. It’s a must-memorize figure for many exams.
26688
Hockey was introduced to the Asian Games in which year and city?
Answer:
Men’s field hockey debuted at the 1958 Tokyo Asiad. The sport has remained a staple of the Games. Women’s events were added later.
26689
In *Robinson Crusoe*, what name does Crusoe give the native he befriends?
Answer:
Crusoe names him “Friday” after the day of the week he’s rescued. The relationship frames themes of survival and colonial attitudes. Defoe’s 1719 novel is foundational to castaway literature.
26690
Dr. Zakir Husain was:
Answer:
Dr. Zakir Husain served as India’s third president (1967–69) and was the first Muslim to hold the office. He was previously Vice-President and a noted educationist. The other roles belong to different figures.