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
6231
Which of the following institutions is NOT part of the World Bank Group?
Answer:
World Trade Organization (WTO)
The WTO is a separate organization. The World Bank Group consists of five institutions: IBRD, IDA, IFC, MIGA, and ICSID.
6232
Who is the President of the World Bank Group as of 2025?
Answer:
Ajay Banga
Ajay Banga began his five-year term as President of the World Bank Group on June 2, 2023.
6233
Which conference led to the establishment of the World Bank in 1944?
Answer:
Bretton Woods Conference
The World Bank was founded at the Bretton Woods Conference in 1944, along with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
6234
Where is the headquarters of the World Bank Group located?
Answer:
Washington, D.C., USA
The World Bank Group is headquartered in Washington, D.C., United States.
6235
The first summit conference of ECO was held in February 1992 in:
Answer:
Tehran
The first ECO Summit of Heads of State and Government was held in Tehran, Iran, on February 16–17, 1992. This summit was instrumental in revitalizing the organization and setting the stage for the inclusion of new member states later that year.
6236
In which year, former Soviet republics Azerbaijan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan joined Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO)?
Answer:
1992
The former Soviet republics, along with Afghanistan, were admitted to the ECO in November 1992. This historic expansion took place during an extraordinary Council of Ministers meeting in Islamabad, significantly extending the organization's reach into Central Asia.
6237
Give the total membership of ECO.
Answer:
Ten
The Economic Cooperation Organization currently comprises ten member states. The three founding members (Iran, Pakistan, Turkey) were joined by seven new members: Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.
6238
Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) is a successor of Regional Cooperation for Development (RCD). The ECO was established in the year:
Answer:
1992
While ECO was originally founded in 1985 by Iran, Pakistan, and Turkey, 1992 is considered the pivotal year of its re-establishment and expansion. Following the collapse of the Soviet Union, the organization was revitalized to include Central Asian Republics, transforming it into a major regional bloc.
6239
Which agreement established the GATT's successor dispute settlement system under the WTO, known for its rulings and enforcement?
Answer:
DSU (Dispute Settlement Understanding) as part of Marrakesh Agreement
The DSU is part of the Marrakesh Agreement (WTO) and strengthened enforceable dispute resolution compared to GATT.
6240
Which international instrument governs cross-border civil aviation liability and carriers' liability for international carriage by air?
Answer:
Montreal Convention (1999) and Warsaw System
The Montreal Convention modernized and replaced parts of the Warsaw system for air carrier liability in international carriage.