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
2811
Arshad Nadeem's winning throw of 92.97m in Paris was also a new record for:
Answer:
Asia (Asian Record)
The 92.97m throw set a new Asian Record, surpassing the previous mark held by Taiwan's Cheng Chao-tsun (91.36m).
2812
How many athletes represented Pakistan at the Paris 2024 Olympics?
Answer:
7
Pakistan sent a contingent of 7 athletes (Arshad Nadeem, 3 shooters, 2 swimmers, 1 sprinter) to the Paris 2024 Olympics.
2813
Which Australian state withdrew from hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games citing rising costs?
Answer:
Victoria
The state of Victoria, Australia, was the original host but withdrew in 2023 due to projected budget blowouts.
2814
In the 2022 Asian Games (held in 2023), which event brought Pakistan a silver medal?
Answer:
Men's Team Squash
Pakistan won a Silver medal in the Men's Team Squash event at the Hangzhou Asian Games (held in 2023).
2815
The 14th South Asian Games were originally scheduled for which year before multiple delays?
Answer:
2023
The 14th South Asian Games were originally set for 2023 (and informally delayed from 2021/2022 cycles) before being pushed to 2024, 2025, and finally Jan 2026.
2816
Which nation won the Bronze medal in Men's Javelin at the Paris 2024 Olympics?
Answer:
Grenada
Anderson Peters of Grenada won the Bronze medal in the Men's Javelin final at Paris 2024.
2817
Who is the current President of the Pakistan Olympic Association (POA) as of 2025?
Answer:
Arif Saeed
Arif Saeed was elected as the new President of the Pakistan Olympic Association, succeeding Lt Gen (retd) Arif Hasan.
2818
The exclusion of Cricket from the 2026 Commonwealth Games primarily impacts which Pakistani team?
Answer:
Both Men's and Women's Teams
Both men's and women's cricket (which have been part of recent multi-sport games or discussions) are excluded, impacting Pakistan's medal prospects in both.
2819
What is the motto of the 2026 Asian Games?
Answer:
Imagine One Asia
The official motto for the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games is "Imagine One Asia".
2820
Which Pakistan swimmer competed in the Men's 200m Freestyle at Paris 2024?
Answer:
Muhammad Ahmed Durrani
Muhammad Ahmed Durrani represented Pakistan in the Men's 200m Freestyle swimming event at the 2024 Paris Olympics.