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
What is the official length of an Olympic-sized swimming pool?
Answer:
50 meters
An Olympic-sized pool, known as a Long Course pool, is 50 meters in length.
92
Who broke the World Record in the Men's 1500m Freestyle at Paris 2024?
Answer:
Bobby Finke
American Bobby Finke defended his 1500m title with a new World Record time of 14:30.67.
93
Which stroke is the only one to start in the water?
Answer:
Backstroke
Backstroke and Medley Relay (lead-off leg) are the only events where swimmers start in the water holding the starting grips.
94
Who won the 'Race of the Century' in the Women's 400m Freestyle at Paris 2024?
Answer:
Ariarne Titmus
Australia's Ariarne Titmus successfully defended her Olympic title in the 400m freestyle, defeating Summer McIntosh and Katie Ledecky.
95
What is the maximum distance a swimmer is allowed to stay underwater after a start or turn?
Answer:
15 meters
World Aquatics rules state that a swimmer's head must break the surface of the water by the 15-meter mark after a start or turn.
96
Which Canadian teenager won three gold medals at the Paris 2024 Olympics?
Answer:
Summer McIntosh
Summer McIntosh cemented her superstar status by winning gold in the 400m IM, 200m butterfly, and 200m IM.
97
What is the order of strokes in an Individual Medley (IM) event?
Answer:
Butterfly, Backstroke, Breaststroke, Freestyle
In an Individual Medley event, the swimmer must swim the strokes in the specific order: Butterfly, Backstroke, Breaststroke, and finally Freestyle.
98
Which female swimmer became the most decorated American woman in Olympic history at the Paris 2024 Games?
Answer:
Katie Ledecky
Katie Ledecky reached a career total of 14 Olympic medals (9 gold) in Paris, surpassing Jenny Thompson as the most decorated American female Olympian.
99
Where are the 2025 World Aquatics Championships scheduled to be held?
Answer:
Singapore
The 2025 World Aquatics Championships will take place in Singapore, marking the first time the city-state hosts the event.
100
Which swimmer set a new World Record of 46.40 seconds in the Men's 100m Freestyle at the Paris 2024 Olympics?
Answer:
Pan Zhanle
China's Pan Zhanle shattered the world record in the 100m freestyle final with a time of 46.40 seconds.