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
6461
During the 1967 Arab-Israeli War, ceasefire took effect on:
Answer:
10th June, 1967
The Six-Day War began on June 5, 1967. After rapid Israeli advances, a ceasefire was brokered by the UN and fully took effect on June 10, 1967, ending the active conflict.
6462
Which country, in June 1967, asked UN Secretary-General to withdraw UN Emergency Force from Egypt-Israeli border?
Answer:
Egypt
In the weeks leading up to the Six-Day War, Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser requested the withdrawal of the United Nations Emergency Force (UNEF I) from the Sinai Peninsula and the Gaza Strip, removing the buffer between Egyptian and Israeli forces.
6463
Which Secretary-General of UNO played key role in averting war between USA and USSR in 1962 over the issue of naval blockade of Cuba?
Answer:
U. Thant
U Thant, then acting Secretary-General, played a crucial diplomatic role during the Cuban Missile Crisis. He appealed to both Kennedy and Khrushchev to suspend their actions and facilitated the negotiations that de-escalated the standoff.
6464
Which American President ordered blockade of Cuba on 22nd October, 1962, in order to check flow of Russian weapons there?
Answer:
J.F. Kennedy
President John F. Kennedy announced a naval 'quarantine' (blockade) of Cuba on October 22, 1962. This was in response to the discovery of Soviet nuclear missiles being installed on the island.
6465
From which country, Congo gained freedom in 1960?
Answer:
Belgium
The Congo had been a Belgian colony (Belgian Congo) since 1908, and before that, the personal property of King Leopold II. It gained independence from Belgium in 1960.
6466
Under which leader, the province of Katanga seceded from Congo in 1960?
Answer:
Moise Tshombe
Shortly after independence, Moise Tshombe declared the secession of the mineral-rich province of Katanga on July 11, 1960. This triggered the Congo Crisis and led to a major UN peacekeeping intervention (ONUC).
6467
On which date, Congo gained Independence?
Answer:
30th June, 1960
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (then Republic of the Congo) gained its independence on June 30, 1960. The ceremonies were marked by a famous speech by Prime Minister Patrice Lumumba criticizing the colonial past.
6468
On which date, Great Britain and France landed their troops In Egypt to take control of Suez Canal?
Answer:
5th November, 1956
Following the Israeli invasion of Sinai, British and French paratroopers landed at Port Said and Port Fuad on November 5, 1956. Their stated goal was to separate the combatants and secure the canal, though it was a coordinated effort to regain control of the waterway.
6469
Which President of Egypt nationalized Suez Canal in 1956?
Answer:
Gemal Abdul Nasser
Gamal Abdel Nasser, the second President of Egypt, announced the nationalization of the Suez Canal Company on July 26, 1956. This decision was a key factor leading to the Suez Crisis.
6470
In June 1950, North Korea attacked South Korea which was later defended by UN forces. The war lasted till:
Answer:
July 1953
The Korean War, which began in 1950, concluded with the signing of the Korean Armistice Agreement on July 27, 1953. This ended the hostilities and established the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) near the 38th parallel, though no formal peace treaty was signed.