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
4191
What does CT Scan stand for?
Answer:
Computed Tomography
CT Scan stands for Computed Tomography scan. It uses a series of X-ray images taken from different angles around your body.
4192
What does MRI stand for?
Answer:
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
MRI stands for Magnetic Resonance Imaging. It is a medical imaging technique used in radiology to form pictures of the anatomy and the physiological processes of the body.
4193
What does ECG stand for?
Answer:
Electrocardiogram
ECG (or EKG) stands for Electrocardiogram. It is a simple test that can be used to check your heart's rhythm and electrical activity.
4194
What does MBBS stand for?
Answer:
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
MBBS stands for Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (Latin: Medicinae Baccalaureus, Baccalaureus Chirurgiae). It is the primary medical degree awarded by medical schools.
4195
What does PhD stand for?
Answer:
Doctor of Philosophy
PhD stands for Doctor of Philosophy (Latin: Philosophiae Doctor). It is the highest university degree that is conferred after a course of study and research.
4196
What does HEC stand for (Education)?
Answer:
Higher Education Commission
HEC stands for Higher Education Commission. It is an independent, autonomous, and constitutionally established institution of primary funding, overseeing, regulating, and accrediting the higher education efforts in Pakistan.
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What does PEMRA stand for?
Answer:
Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority
PEMRA stands for Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority. It is an independent constitutionally established federal authority responsible for regulating and issuing channel licenses in Pakistan.
4198
What does WAPDA stand for?
Answer:
Water and Power Development Authority
WAPDA stands for Water and Power Development Authority. It is a government-owned public utility maintaining power and water in Pakistan.
4199
What does NADRA stand for?
Answer:
National Database and Registration Authority
NADRA stands for National Database and Registration Authority. It is an independent agency under the Interior Secretary of Pakistan that regulates government databases and manages the national identity cards.
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What does SUPARCO stand for?
Answer:
Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission
SUPARCO stands for Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission. It is the executive and national space agency of Pakistan.