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
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International Labour Organization (ILO) works for the full employment of the workers. It was associated first with League of Nations (1919) but later on, UN General Assembly approved its status as an agency of UN on:
Answer:
14th December, 1946
The ILO was the first specialized agency of the newly formed United Nations. The agreement bringing the ILO into relationship with the UN was approved by the General Assembly on December 14, 1946.
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What is the significance of 20th November?
Answer:
Universal Children's Day
Universal Children's Day is celebrated on November 20th each year. It marks the anniversary of the dates when the UN General Assembly adopted both the Declaration of the Rights of the Child (1959) and the Convention on the Rights of the Child (1989).
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Which day is observed as World Television Day?
Answer:
21st November
The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed November 21st as World Television Day. This date commemorates the first World Television Forum held at the UN in 1996. It recognizes the increasing impact television has on decision-making and public opinion.
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Pick the International Mountain Day.
Answer:
11th December
International Mountain Day is celebrated annually on December 11th to create awareness about the importance of mountains to life, to highlight the opportunities and constraints in mountain development, and to build alliances that will bring positive change to mountain peoples.
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Give the importance of 1st December, each year.
Answer:
World AIDS Day
World AIDS Day takes place on December 1st each year. It is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, to show support for people living with HIV, and to commemorate those who have died from an AIDS-related illness.
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On which day is observed World Literacy Day?
Answer:
8th September
International Literacy Day is celebrated on September 8th. It was proclaimed by UNESCO in 1966 to remind the international community of the importance of literacy for individuals, communities, and societies, and the need for intensified efforts towards more literate societies.
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What is the importance of 5th October each year?
Answer:
Teachers Day
World Teachers' Day, held annually on October 5th since 1994, commemorates the anniversary of the adoption of the 1966 ILO/UNESCO Recommendation concerning the Status of Teachers. It sets benchmarks regarding the rights and responsibilities of teachers.
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Pick the World Habitat Day.
Answer:
1st Monday of October
The United Nations designated the first Monday of October of every year as World Habitat Day. The purpose is to reflect on the state of our towns and cities, and on the basic right of all to adequate shelter.
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Which day is observed as World Population Day?
Answer:
11th July
World Population Day is observed on July 11th each year. It seeks to focus attention on the urgency and importance of population issues. The day was established by the Governing Council of the United Nations Development Programme in 1989.
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What is the significance of 5th June in the UN Calendar of the year?
Answer:
World Environment Day
World Environment Day is the United Nations' principal vehicle for encouraging awareness and action for the protection of the environment. It has been celebrated annually on June 5th since 1974, engaging governments, businesses, and citizens to address pressing environmental issues.