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
531
The 'Sejm' is the Lower House of which country?
Answer:
Poland
The Sejm is the Lower House of the Polish parliament; the Senate is the Upper House.
532
Which system is generally considered less expensive to operate?
Answer:
Unicameral
Unicameral systems are cheaper because there are fewer legislators, less staff, and only one building/chamber to maintain.
533
South Africa's parliament is:
Answer:
Bicameral
South Africa has a bicameral parliament consisting of the National Assembly and the National Council of Provinces.
534
In the US, which chamber has the power to confirm Presidential appointments (e.g., judges)?
Answer:
The Senate
The US Constitution grants the Senate the 'Advice and Consent' power to confirm or reject presidential appointments.
535
Which of these countries has the largest unicameral legislature in the world?
Answer:
China
China's National People's Congress is the largest parliamentary body in the world, with nearly 3,000 members, and it is unicameral.
536
The legislative branch of the Greek government is:
Answer:
Unicameral (Hellenic Parliament)
Greece has a unicameral legislature known as the Hellenic Parliament.
537
Which house in India can be dissolved?
Answer:
Lok Sabha
The Lok Sabha (Lower House) can be dissolved (e.g., for early elections), whereas the Rajya Sabha is a permanent body that cannot be dissolved.
538
A major criticism of the House of Lords in the UK is that it is:
Answer:
Undemocratic (not elected)
The House of Lords is often criticized for being undemocratic because its members are appointed or hereditary, not elected by the public.
539
Which country has a bicameral parliament called the 'Cortes Generales'?
Answer:
Spain
Spain's parliament is known as the Cortes Generales, consisting of the Congress of Deputies and the Senate.
540
Portugal's Assembly of the Republic is:
Answer:
Unicameral
Portugal operates under a unicameral system called the Assembly of the Republic.