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
2731
Which athlete won the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year award in 2024?
Answer:
Novak Djokovic
Novak Djokovic was named the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year in 2024, winning the prestigious award for the fifth time.
2732
Who became the oldest tennis player to reach a Grand Slam final in the Open Era (at Wimbledon 2024)?
Answer:
Novak Djokovic
By reaching the 2024 Wimbledon final, Novak Djokovic (aged 37) broke the record for the oldest Grand Slam finalist in the Open Era.
2733
Which footballer has won the most trophies in the history of the sport (46 titles)?
Answer:
Lionel Messi
After winning the 2024 Copa América and the MLS Supporters' Shield, Lionel Messi extended his record as the most decorated player in football history.
2734
Who holds the record for the fastest century in ODI World Cup history (40 balls)?
Answer:
Glenn Maxwell
Glenn Maxwell scored the fastest century in World Cup history off just 40 balls against the Netherlands in the 2023 World Cup.
2735
Which country won the Rugby World Cup 2023, becoming the first nation to win it four times?
Answer:
South Africa
South Africa (the Springboks) won the 2023 Rugby World Cup, securing their record-breaking fourth title.
2736
Who became the youngest challenger in history for the World Chess Championship (in 2024)?
Answer:
Gukesh D
Indian Grandmaster Gukesh D won the Candidates Tournament in 2024 at age 17, becoming the youngest ever challenger for the World Chess Championship.
2737
Which player holds the record for the most runs scored in a single edition of the ODI World Cup?
Answer:
Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli set a new record by scoring 765 runs in the 2023 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar's 2003 record.
2738
Who became the undisputed heavyweight boxing champion of the world in May 2024, the first in the four-belt era?
Answer:
Oleksandr Usyk
Oleksandr Usyk defeated Tyson Fury in May 2024 to become the first undisputed heavyweight champion of the 21st century.
2739
Which swimmer broke Michael Phelps' last remaining individual world record (400m IM) in 2023?
Answer:
Léon Marchand
French swimmer Léon Marchand broke Michael Phelps' long-standing world record in the 400m individual medley at the 2023 World Championships.
2740
What is the highest team score in IPL history, set in the 2024 season?
Answer:
287/3 by SRH
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) broke their own record to post 287/3 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the 2024 IPL season.