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
5901
Which city was formerly known as Lutetia?
Answer:
Paris
Paris was called Lutetia by the Romans, a name used until the 4th century, evolving into the modern name of France’s capital.
5902
What is the modern name of the country once called Portuguese East Africa?
Answer:
Mozambique
Mozambique is the current name of Portuguese East Africa, renamed upon independence in 1975, reflecting its indigenous heritage.
5903
Which city was previously known as Hanyang?
Answer:
Seoul
Seoul, historically known as Hanyang during the Joseon Dynasty, became the modern name for South Korea’s capital in the 20th century.
5904
What is the current name of the country once called Sikkim?
Answer:
India
Sikkim, once an independent kingdom, became a state of India in 1975, fully integrated into the Indian republic.
5905
Which city was formerly known as Charles Town?
Answer:
Charleston
Charleston, South Carolina, was called Charles Town from its founding in 1670 until 1783, named after King Charles II, later simplified.
5906
What is the modern name of the country once called Gran Colombia?
Answer:
Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Panama
Gran Colombia was a federation from 1819 to 1831, dissolving into Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, and Panama, each becoming independent nations.
5907
Which city was previously known as Ayutthaya?
Answer:
Bangkok
Bangkok succeeded Ayutthaya as Thailand’s capital in 1782, with Ayutthaya’s ruins now a historical site, while Bangkok became the modern name.
5908
What is the current name of the country once called Abyssinia?
Answer:
Ethiopia
Ethiopia is the modern name of Abyssinia, a historical name used for centuries, reflecting its ancient kingdoms in the Horn of Africa.
5909
Which city was formerly known as York?
Answer:
Toronto
Toronto was called York from 1793 to 1834, named after the Duke of York, before reverting to its indigenous name meaning 'meeting place.'
5910
What is the modern name of the city once called Allegheny?
Answer:
Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh is the current name of Allegheny, which merged with Pittsburgh in 1907, with the latter name prevailing for the Pennsylvania city.