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
5741
The Vasco da Gama Bridge, the longest bridge in the European Union at its opening, spans which river?
Answer:
Tagus River
Spanning the Tagus River in Lisbon, Portugal, the Vasco da Gama Bridge was built to alleviate traffic on the 25 de Abril Bridge and remains one of Europe's longest.
5742
The Helix Bridge in Singapore is designed to resemble which biological structure?
Answer:
A DNA strand
The Helix Bridge is a pedestrian bridge in Singapore modeled on the double-helix structure of DNA, symbolizing life, renewal, and growth.
5743
The Chenab Bridge, known as the world's highest railway bridge, is located in which country?
Answer:
India
The Chenab Bridge in India spans the Chenab River at a height of 359 meters (1,178 ft), making it the highest railway bridge in the world.
5744
Which historic bridge crosses the Vltava River in Prague and is lined with 30 statues of saints?
Answer:
Charles Bridge
Charles Bridge is a medieval stone arch bridge in Prague. Construction began in 1357, and it is famous for the avenue of 30 baroque statues adorning its balustrade.
5745
The Banpo Bridge in Seoul is famous for which unique feature?
Answer:
The Moonlight Rainbow Fountain
The Banpo Bridge features the Moonlight Rainbow Fountain, the world's longest bridge fountain, which shoots water from the Han River synchronized with lights and music.
5746
As of 2025, the '1915 Çanakkale Bridge' holds the record for the longest suspension bridge span. Where is it located?
Answer:
Turkey
Located in Turkey, the 1915 Çanakkale Bridge spans the Dardanelles strait. It currently holds the world record for the longest suspension bridge main span at 2,023 meters.
5747
The Øresund Bridge is a combined railway and motorway bridge that connects which two countries?
Answer:
Sweden and Denmark
The Øresund Bridge crosses the Øresund strait, connecting Copenhagen, Denmark, and Malmö, Sweden, with both a railway and motorway.
5748
Which historic bridge was the first steel-wire suspension bridge constructed and connects Manhattan and Brooklyn?
Answer:
Brooklyn Bridge
Opened in 1883, the Brooklyn Bridge connects Manhattan and Brooklyn. It was the first steel-wire suspension bridge ever constructed.
5749
The Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, also known as the Pearl Bridge, links the city of Kobe to Iwaya in which country?
Answer:
Japan
The Akashi Kaikyo Bridge is a suspension bridge in Japan linking Kobe to Awaji Island. It held the record for the longest central span until 2022.
5750
Which medieval stone closed-spandrel segmental arch bridge in Florence is famous for having shops built along it?
Answer:
Ponte Vecchio
The Ponte Vecchio (Old Bridge) spans the Arno River in Florence. It is noted for having shops built along it, a common practice in the Middle Ages.