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
3511
Which UN agency won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020 for its efforts to combat hunger?
Answer:
WFP
The World Food Programme (WFP) was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020 for its efforts to combat hunger and prevent the use of hunger as a weapon of war.
3512
The 'Interpol' (International Criminal Police Organization) has its General Secretariat in:
Answer:
Lyon
Interpol is headquartered in Lyon, France. It facilitates worldwide police cooperation.
3513
Which country withdrew from the 'Belt and Road Initiative' (BRI) in 2023/2024?
Answer:
Italy
Italy officially withdrew from China's Belt and Road Initiative in December 2023 (effective 2024), becoming the first G7 nation to leave the pact.
3514
The 'Minamata Convention' is a global treaty to protect human health from:
Answer:
Mercury
The Minamata Convention on Mercury is a global treaty to protect human health and the environment from the adverse effects of mercury.
3515
The headquarters of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) is in:
Answer:
Lausanne
The IOC headquarters is located in Lausanne, Switzerland, known as the 'Olympic Capital'.
3516
Which group represents the 'G4 nations' seeking permanent seats on the UN Security Council?
Answer:
Brazil, Germany, India, Japan
The G4 nations (Brazil, Germany, India, and Japan) support each other's bids for permanent seats on the UN Security Council.
3517
In 2024, the UN General Assembly declared 2025 as the International Year of:
Answer:
Glaciers' Preservation
The UNGA declared 2025 as the International Year of Glaciers' Preservation. (Note: 2025 is also the Year of Cooperatives and Quantum Science in various resolutions, but Glaciers was a major environmental focus).
3518
The 'International Maritime Organization' (IMO) is headquartered in:
Answer:
London
The IMO, responsible for the safety and security of shipping and the prevention of marine pollution by ships, is headquartered in London, UK.
3519
Which country served as the Chair of the ASEAN for 2024?
Answer:
Laos
Laos held the Chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) for the year 2024.
3520
The 'Human Development Index' (HDI) is published annually by:
Answer:
UNDP
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) publishes the Human Development Report, which includes the Human Development Index (HDI).