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
6331
Which G20 summit in 2018 emphasized the importance of digital economy?
Answer:
Buenos Aires
The 2018 Buenos Aires Summit highlighted the digital economy as a key area for global economic growth and innovation.
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Which G20 engagement group focuses on youth issues?
Answer:
Y20
The Y20 (Youth 20) engagement group provides a platform for young people to contribute to G20 discussions.
6333
Which G20 summit focused on the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic?
Answer:
2020 Riyadh
The 2020 Riyadh Summit, held virtually due to the pandemic, focused on coordinated global responses to COVID-19.
6334
Which G20 engagement group represents labor unions?
Answer:
L20
The L20 (Labor 20) engagement group represents workers and labor unions in G20 discussions.
6335
Which G20 summit resulted in the establishment of the Financial Stability Board?
Answer:
2009 London
The 2009 London Summit led to the creation of the Financial Stability Board to oversee global financial system stability.
6336
Which Arab League summit in 2011 suspended Libya's participation?
Answer:
Cairo Summit
In February 2011, the League suspended Libya due to Qaddafi's violent response to protests, reinstating it in August 2011.
6337
What was a key criticism of the Arab League's 2011 Libya intervention support?
Answer:
Backing NATO without Arab unity
The League's support for UN Resolution 1973 in 2011 was criticized for enabling NATO's intervention without cohesive Arab action.
6338
Which country's 2023 normalization with Israel sparked Palestinian protests in the Arab League?
Answer:
UAE
The UAE's 2020 Abraham Accords normalization, followed by Bahrain, led Palestine to relinquish its 2020 chairmanship.
6339
What was a key focus of the Arab League's 2024 Gaza reconstruction plan?
Answer:
Financial and political support
The League's 2024 plan, adopted post-summit, called for funding and political backing for Gaza's rebuilding.
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Which protocol laid the groundwork for the Arab League's formation in 1944?
Answer:
Alexandria Protocol
Signed on October 7, 1944, the Alexandria Protocol outlined the framework for the Arab League's establishment.