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
3531
The headquarters of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is in:
Answer:
Vienna
The IAEA is an autonomous international organization within the UN system, headquartered at the Vienna International Centre in Austria.
3532
Which country is the newest member of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) as of 2024?
Answer:
Ukraine
Ukraine joined the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in 2024. While not in Asia, non-regional members can join if they are members of the UN or its specialized agencies.
3533
The 'Rio Trio' Conventions refer to UN agreements on Climate Change, Desertification, and:
Answer:
Biodiversity
The three Rio Conventions adopted at the 1992 Earth Summit are the UNFCCC (Climate Change), UNCCD (Desertification), and UNCBD (Biological Diversity).
3534
Who is the current Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO)?
Answer:
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala of Nigeria is the Director-General of the WTO. She is the first woman and the first African to hold the office.
3535
In 2024, the UN designated May 25 as World Football Day to mark the centennial of which tournament?
Answer:
The 1924 Paris Olympic Football Tournament
The UN adopted a resolution proclaiming May 25 as World Football Day, marking the 100th anniversary of the 1924 Paris Olympic football tournament, which was the first global football competition.
3536
The 'Global South' typically refers to countries in:
Answer:
Africa, Latin America, and developing Asia
The term 'Global South' generally refers to the regions of Latin America, Asia, Africa, and Oceania, which are often characterized by lower income and later industrialization.
3537
Which country assumed the G7 Presidency for the year 2024?
Answer:
Italy
Italy held the G7 Presidency in 2024, hosting the leaders' summit in Borgo Egnazia.
3538
What is the primary function of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF)?
Answer:
Combating money laundering and terrorism financing
The FATF is the global money laundering and terrorist financing watchdog. It sets international standards to prevent these illegal activities.
3539
The 2024 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to which organization?
Answer:
Nihon Hidankyo
The 2024 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to the Japanese organization Nihon Hidankyo, a grassroots movement of atomic bomb survivors working to achieve a world free of nuclear weapons.
3540
Which country officially rejoined UNESCO in 2023 after a five-year absence?
Answer:
United States
The United States officially rejoined UNESCO in July 2023, having previously withdrawn in 2018 under the Trump administration.