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
2961
What is the primary cause of 'Coral Bleaching'?
Answer:
Elevated sea water temperatures
Coral bleaching is primarily caused by heat stress resulting from elevated sea water temperatures, which causes corals to expel the symbiotic algae living in their tissues.
2962
Which term describes the 'point of no return' for climate systems, such as the collapse of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet?
Answer:
Tipping point
A 'Tipping Point' in climate science refers to a critical threshold that, when crossed, leads to large, accelerating, and often irreversible changes in the climate system.
2963
What does the acronym 'NDC' stand for in the context of the Paris Agreement?
Answer:
Nationally Determined Contributions
NDCs (Nationally Determined Contributions) are the climate action plans submitted by countries to the UN, outlining their targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
2964
In Pakistan, the 'Living Indus' initiative aims to:
Answer:
Restore and protect the ecological health of the Indus River basin
The 'Living Indus' initiative is a comprehensive project by the Government of Pakistan and the UN to restore the ecological health of the Indus River basin in the face of climate change.
2965
Which fragile ecosystem is the focus of the 'Mangrove Breakthrough' announced at recent COPs?
Answer:
Mangrove forests
The Mangrove Breakthrough is a global target to secure the future of 15 million hectares of mangroves globally by 2030 through protection and restoration.
2966
What is the main objective of the 'Global Methane Pledge'?
Answer:
Reduce global methane emissions by at least 30% by 2030
The Global Methane Pledge, launched at COP26, aims to reduce global methane emissions by at least 30% from 2020 levels by 2030.
2967
Which global body issues the 'State of the Global Climate' reports?
Answer:
WMO
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) is the UN agency responsible for publishing the annual 'State of the Global Climate' reports.
2968
In 2025, the 'EU Deforestation Regulation' (EUDR) faced debates regarding its implementation. What does it target?
Answer:
Prohibiting imports of commodities linked to deforestation (coffee, cocoa, soy, etc.)
The EUDR aims to ban the import of commodities like coffee, cocoa, soy, palm oil, and beef into the EU if they are produced on land that was deforested after December 2020.
2969
What is 'Greenwashing'?
Answer:
False or misleading claims about the environmental benefits of a product or practice
Greenwashing refers to the deceptive practice of making misleading or unsubstantiated claims about the environmental sustainability of a product, service, or company.
2970
The 'Santiago Network' is associated with which aspect of climate action?
Answer:
Loss and Damage
The Santiago Network was established to catalyze technical assistance for developing countries that are particularly vulnerable to the adverse effects of climate change, specifically addressing Loss and Damage.