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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In which country is Farsi (Persian) the official language?
Answer:
Iran
Farsi, also known as Persian, is the official and predominant language of Iran.
112
Which is the largest landlocked country in the world by area?
Answer:
Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan is the largest landlocked country (a country not bordering an ocean), covering over 2.7 million square kilometers.
113
Urdu is the national language of which country?
Answer:
Pakistan
Urdu is the national language of Pakistan and a lingua franca, although English is used for official business.
114
Which country has the longest coastline in the world?
Answer:
Canada
Canada has the world's longest total coastline, measuring approximately 202,080 kilometers.
115
What is the only official language of Mozambique?
Answer:
Portuguese
Mozambique is a former colony of Portugal, and Portuguese remains the sole official language used in government and education.
116
Which country is known as the 'Land of a Thousand Lakes'?
Answer:
Finland
Finland is nicknamed the Land of a Thousand Lakes; it actually has over 180,000 recorded lakes.
117
Which city is currently the most populous metropolitan area in the world?
Answer:
Tokyo
Greater Tokyo Area is recognized as the most populous metropolitan area in the world, with over 37 million residents.
118
Which country spans 11 different time zones?
Answer:
Russia
Russia spans 11 time zones, from Kaliningrad in the west to Kamchatka in the east. Note: France technically has more if overseas territories are counted, but Russia has the most contiguous zones.
119
Which African country has the largest population?
Answer:
Nigeria
Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa, with a population exceeding 200 million people, often referred to as the 'Giant of Africa'.
120
What is the official language of Austria?
Answer:
German
The official language of Austria is German (specifically Austrian German). 'Austrian' is not a distinct language but a dialectal variation.