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
26861
8 March is celebrated worldwide as which day?
Answer:
International Women’s Day on March 8 recognizes women’s achievements and struggles for equality. It is observed globally with events and campaigns. Other listed days fall on different dates.
26862
When was NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) established?
Answer:
NASA was formed in 1958, succeeding the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA). It was a response to the Soviet launch of Sputnik. Since then, it has led U.S. space exploration.
26863
When was Twitter launched?
Answer:
Twitter, originally called “twttr,” was launched in July 2006. It grew rapidly into a global social media platform. The earlier dates refer to unrelated tech launches.
26864
When was the International Monetary Fund (IMF) founded?
Answer:
The IMF was created in 1944 at Bretton Woods but formally came into existence on December 27, 1945. It began operations in 1947. This distinction between founding agreement and actual establishment is a key exam point.
26865
How many principal organs does the United Nations have?
Answer:
The UN has five main organs: General Assembly, Security Council, Economic and Social Council, International Court of Justice, and Secretariat. The Trusteeship Council was suspended, making the functional number five. This is often confused with six.
26866
The UN Trusteeship Council suspended its operations in 1994 with the independence of which territory?
Answer:
Palau, a Pacific island nation, gained independence in 1994, making the Trusteeship Council’s role obsolete. This body had overseen trust territories after WWII. It remains legally part of the UN Charter but no longer functions.
26867
In which country was the OIC founded?
Answer:
The first OIC summit took place in Rabat, Morocco, in 1969. It marked the formal birth of the organization. Other listed countries later hosted OIC conferences but were not the founding site.
26868
When was the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) founded?
Answer:
The OIC was established on September 25, 1969, in response to an arson attack on Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem. It brought together Muslim-majority nations to promote solidarity. The year 1969 is a recurring fact tested in competitive exams.
26869
What is the currency of Qatar?
Answer:
Riyal
The official currency of Qatar is the Qatari Riyal (QAR). The dirham is used in the UAE, and the dinar in countries like Kuwait and Jordan. Dollar is used in many Western nations.
26870
What is the capital of Saudi Arabia?
Answer:
Riyadh is Saudi Arabia’s capital and largest city. Makkah and Madina are holy cities but not the capital. Riyadh is the center of government and business.