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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United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) promotes international cooperation in education, science and culture. It was founded on:
Answer:
4th November, 1946
UNESCO's constitution was signed in 1945, but it officially came into force on November 4, 1946, after ratification by 20 countries.
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Asia office of International Labour Organization is located in:
Answer:
Bangkok
The ILO Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific is located in Bangkok, Thailand. It oversees ILO activities in the region.
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International Labour Conference is the main organ of ILO which meets annually in:
Answer:
Geneva
The International Labour Conference sets the broad policies of the ILO and meets once a year in Geneva, Switzerland. It is often referred to as an 'international parliament of labour'.
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In which year, ILO was awarded Nobel Peace Prize?
Answer:
1969
The ILO was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1969 on its 50th anniversary. The award recognized its work in promoting social justice and decent work as a foundation for peace.
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The headquarters of ILO is located in:
Answer:
Geneva (Switzerland)
The International Labour Organization has its headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. It has been based there since 1920, except for a temporary move to Montreal during World War II.
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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?
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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?
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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.
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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.