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
91
Which country celebrates the famous Flame Festival called 'Las Fallas'?
Answer:
Spain
Las Fallas is a traditional fire festival celebrated in Valencia, Spain.
92
Where is the world-famous Sundance Film Festival held?
Answer:
United States
Sundance Film Festival takes place in Utah, USA.
93
Which country hosts the Carnival of Barranquilla, one of the biggest carnivals in the world?
Answer:
Colombia
Barranquilla Carnival is Colombia’s most famous cultural event.
94
In which country is the Hogmanay New Year celebration famous?
Answer:
Scotland
Hogmanay is Scotland’s unique and lively New Year celebration.
95
Where is the Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival celebrated?
Answer:
China
The Harbin Ice Festival is held annually in Harbin, China.
96
Which country celebrates the world-famous festival called 'Carnival of Salvador,' considered the largest street party?
Answer:
Spain
Carnival of Salvador in Brazil is known as one of the biggest street festivals in the world.
97
What is the name of the giant sphere dropped in Times Square, NYC on New Year's Eve?
Answer:
The Times Square Ball
The Times Square Ball drop is a prominent part of the New Year's Eve celebration in New York City.
98
The 'Whirling Dervishes' are associated with which mystical tradition?
Answer:
Sufism
The Whirling Dervishes perform a physical form of meditation (Sema) within the Sufi tradition of Islam, particularly the Mevlevi Order in Turkey.
99
Which pagan holiday is the modern Halloween based on?
Answer:
Samhain
Halloween evolved from the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts.
100
During 'King's Day' in the Netherlands, everyone wears which color?
Answer:
Orange
People wear orange (Oranjegekte) to celebrate the Dutch Royal Family, the House of Orange-Nassau.