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
921
Who is the author of the quote, 'Ask not what your country can do for you – ask what you can do for your country'?
Answer:
John F. Kennedy
John F. Kennedy spoke these words during his inaugural address on January 20, 1961.
922
Which British Prime Minister said, 'We shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds...'?
Answer:
Winston Churchill
Winston Churchill delivered this speech to the House of Commons in 1940 during World War II.
923
Who is attributed with the quote, 'Imagination is more important than knowledge'?
Answer:
Albert Einstein
Albert Einstein said this in an interview in 1929, emphasizing that knowledge is limited while imagination encircles the world.
924
Who said, 'To be, or not to be, that is the question'?
Answer:
William Shakespeare
This famous soliloquy is spoken by Prince Hamlet in William Shakespeare's play 'Hamlet'.
925
Which leader stated, 'I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character'?
Answer:
Martin Luther King Jr.
This is from the famous 'I Have a Dream' speech delivered by Martin Luther King Jr. during the March on Washington in 1963.
926
Who was the founder of the Red Cross?
Answer:
Henry Dunant
Henry Dunant founded the Red Cross and was a co-recipient of the first Nobel Peace Prize in 1901.
927
Where is the headquarters of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)?
Answer:
Geneva
The ICRC is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
928
Where is the headquarters of the Arab League?
Answer:
Cairo
The headquarters of the Arab League is located in Cairo, Egypt.
929
Which country is called the 'Land of Midnight Sun'?
Answer:
Norway
Norway is famously known as the 'Land of the Midnight Sun' because the sun remains visible at midnight during summer in northern regions.
930
Where is the headquarters of the Asian Development Bank (ADB)?
Answer:
Manila
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is headquartered in Manila (Mandaluyong), Philippines.