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 territory is landlocked by Israel and Jordan?
Answer:
West Bank
The West Bank is a landlocked territory bordered by Israel and Jordan. Its lack of sea access and complex political status limit its economic autonomy, with reliance on regional agreements for trade and movement of goods.
92
Which microstate is landlocked within Italy?
Answer:
Vatican City
Vatican City is a landlocked microstate entirely surrounded by Italy, specifically within Rome. As the smallest country in the world, its lack of coastline and tiny size make it reliant on Italy for external access, with its global influence rooted in religion.
93
Which Central Asian country is landlocked by Afghanistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan?
Answer:
Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan is a landlocked country in Central Asia, bordered by Afghanistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan. It is one of only two doubly landlocked countries globally, relying on neighboring ports for trade, with a focus on cotton and gas.
94
Which country is landlocked by Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Afghanistan, and Iran?
Answer:
Turkmenistan
Turkmenistan is a landlocked country in Central Asia, bordered by Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Afghanistan, and Iran. Despite its Caspian Sea coast, it is considered landlocked as the Caspian is not an ocean, with gas exports driving its economy.
95
Which Central Asian country is landlocked by Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and China?
Answer:
Tajikistan
Tajikistan is a landlocked country in Central Asia, bordered by Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and China. Its mountainous terrain, including the Pamir Mountains, and lack of sea access shape its economy, with hydropower and remittances being key.
96
Which European country is landlocked by France, Germany, Liechtenstein, Austria, and Italy?
Answer:
Switzerland
Switzerland is a landlocked country in Central Europe, bordered by France, Germany, Liechtenstein, Austria, and Italy. Its alpine geography and lack of sea access have not hindered its status as a global financial hub, with strong trade ties to neighbors.
97
Which Balkan country is landlocked by Hungary, Kosovo, Romania, Bulgaria, North Macedonia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Montenegro?
Answer:
Serbia
Serbia is a landlocked country in the Balkans, bordered by Hungary, Kosovo, Romania, Bulgaria, North Macedonia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Montenegro. Its central location and lack of coastline shape its role as a regional hub for trade and transport.
98
Which country is entirely surrounded by Italy?
Answer:
San Marino
San Marino is a landlocked microstate completely surrounded by Italy. One of the world’s oldest republics, its lack of sea access and small size make it reliant on Italy for trade and economic integration, with tourism as a key industry.
99
Which East African country is landlocked by Uganda, Tanzania, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo?
Answer:
Rwanda
Rwanda is a landlocked country in East Africa, bordered by Uganda, Tanzania, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Its hilly terrain and lack of coastline make it reliant on regional ports like Mombasa for trade, with a focus on agriculture and technology.
100
Which South American country is landlocked by Argentina, Brazil, and Bolivia?
Answer:
Paraguay
Paraguay is a landlocked country in South America, bordered by Argentina, Brazil, and Bolivia. Its lack of sea access is mitigated by the Paraguay River, which supports trade, but the country relies on neighboring ports for maritime commerce.