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
26771
What is the approximate total area of Islamabad (Capital Territory)?
Answer:
Islamabad Capital Territory spans roughly 906–907 km² in official stats. Variations arise from inclusion of parklands and administrative boundaries. 907 km² is a standard rounded figure.
26772
Ice cream (gelato) first rose to prominence in the 17th century in which country?
Answer:
Italian gelato innovators popularized iced desserts in European courts during the 1600s. Techniques spread to France and England later. Italy remains synonymous with artisanal gelato.
26773
In which U.S. state is the port of Tarpon Springs?
Answer:
Tarpon Springs lies on Florida’s Gulf Coast and is famous for sponge diving. It has a strong Greek-American community. It’s not in Hawaii or Virginia.
26774
Keiji, Okada, and Yuko Hasama were world champions in which sport?
Answer:
Japan has produced multiple karate world champions, including those surnamed Keiji/Okada and Yuko Hasama in various weight/kata divisions. The sport’s global federation codifies competitions by kumite and kata. Badminton and table tennis have separate notable champions.
26775
Which Swiss city hosted the League of Nations headquarters?
Answer:
The League’s Palace of Nations in Geneva later became the UN’s European HQ. Geneva remains a key diplomatic hub. Brussels is the functional heart of the EU, not the League.
26776
Where is the tomb of Mughal Emperor Jahangir located?
Answer:
Jahangir’s mausoleum is at Shahdara Bagh, Lahore, across the Ravi River. It’s famed for its pietra dura work and Mughal garden layout. Nur Jahan had a major role in the site’s design.
26777
What is the national flower of Pakistan?
Answer:
The white jasmine (*Jasminum officinale*) symbolizes purity and simplicity. It appears in cultural motifs and national symbolism. Other flowers are popular but not official.
26778
Who was the first President of the United States?
Answer:
None of these
Washington served two terms (1789–1797) and set precedents for the office. He presided over the Constitutional era after leading the Continental Army. The other names are a musician and a filmmaker.
26779
What kind of creature is a fulmar?
Answer:
Fulmars are seabirds related to petrels, found across cold northern oceans. They produce stomach oil for defense and energy. Their stiff wings suit dynamic soaring over waves.
26780
Mixing which two primary colors makes purple (violet)?
Answer:
In subtractive (paint/pigment) mixing, red and blue yield purple/violet tones. Red and yellow make orange; red and green makes brownish tones in paint (magenta in additive light). White tints red to pink.