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
26871
WAFA is the news agency of which country?
Answer:
WAFA is the official news agency of Palestine, established in 1972. It covers Palestinian Authority announcements and news. Each Arab country typically has its own agency.
26872
Reuters is the news agency of which country?
Answer:
Reuters, now part of Thomson Reuters, was founded in London in 1851. It is one of the most trusted global news sources. France has AFP, while Germany has DPA.
26873
What is the height of the Eiffel Tower?
Answer:
The Eiffel Tower stands at about 1,063 feet (324 meters), including its antenna. It was the tallest structure in the world until 1930. Its exact height has varied slightly with modifications.
26874
In which year was the main structural work of the Eiffel Tower completed?
Answer:
The Eiffel Tower was completed in 1889 for the Paris Exposition Universelle. It became a global symbol of France. Construction took just over two years.
26875
The Delaware River flows in which country?
Answer:
The Delaware River flows through the northeastern U.S., bordering New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New York. It empties into the Delaware Bay. It played an important role in American history.
26876
The Suez Canal is located in which country?
Answer:
The Suez Canal runs through Egypt, connecting the Mediterranean to the Red Sea. It is vital for global trade. It has been the focus of wars and political disputes.
26877
Which is considered the oldest news agency in the world?
Answer:
Agence France-Presse (AFP), established in 1835, is the world’s oldest news agency. It predates Reuters and AP. CNN and BBC are broadcasters, not traditional wire agencies.
26878
NATO is primarily what type of alliance?
Answer:
NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) is a military alliance formed in 1949. Its central principle is collective defense: an attack on one is considered an attack on all. It has since expanded beyond the Atlantic.
26879
What was the name of the atomic bomb dropped on Nagasaki?
Answer:
The Nagasaki bomb was called “Fat Man,” a plutonium-based device. It was larger but slightly less destructive than Hiroshima’s “Little Boy.” Together, they forced Japan’s surrender.
26880
On what date was the atomic bomb dropped on Nagasaki?
Answer:
The second atomic bomb, “Fat Man,” was dropped on Nagasaki on August 9, 1945. The destruction led Japan to surrender shortly after. Hiroshima and Nagasaki remain the only cities attacked with nuclear weapons.