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
581
What is the status of the Awami League in Bangladesh as of late 2024?
Answer:
Ousted/Opposition
Following the Student-People's uprising in August 2024, the Awami League government collapsed, and the party was ousted from power.
582
Which party currently leads the government in Australia?
Answer:
Australian Labor Party
The Australian Labor Party, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, has been the ruling party since winning the 2022 federal election.
583
Which party serves as the main opposition in the Indian Lok Sabha (Lower House) as of 2024?
Answer:
Indian National Congress (INC)
The Indian National Congress (INC), part of the INDIA bloc, serves as the primary opposition party. In 2024, they secured enough seats to officially claim the Leader of the Opposition post (Rahul Gandhi) after a decade-long gap.
584
The 'AK Party' (AKP) is the ruling party of which country?
Answer:
Turkey (Türkiye)
The Justice and Development Party (AKP), led by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, is the ruling party in Turkey.
585
Who is the ruling party in the Punjab province of Pakistan following the 2024 elections?
Answer:
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N)
The PML-N formed the government in Punjab after the 2024 elections, with Maryam Nawaz Sharif becoming the first female Chief Minister of the province.
586
The 'Republican Party' and 'Democratic Party' are the two dominant political forces in which country?
Answer:
United States of America
The United States political system is dominated by two major parties: the Republican Party (GOP) and the Democratic Party.
587
Which party is the ruling party of the People's Republic of China?
Answer:
Chinese Communist Party (CCP)
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is the founding and sole ruling political party of the People's Republic of China.
588
In Bangladesh, following the resignation of Sheikh Hasina in August 2024, who took over the administration?
Answer:
Interim Government
After mass protests led to the ouster of Sheikh Hasina and the Awami League in August 2024, an Interim Government led by Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus took charge.
589
Which party constitutes the official opposition in the United Kingdom as of 2025?
Answer:
Conservative Party
Following their defeat in the July 2024 elections, the Conservative Party (Tories) became the official opposition in the UK Parliament.
590
Who forms the government in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province of Pakistan as of 2024/2025?
Answer:
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) backed candidates won a decisive majority in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in the 2024 elections, electing Ali Amin Gandapur as the Chief Minister.