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
111
What is the sacred Sikh site in Punjab, India, associated with Guru Gobind Singh?
Answer:
a) Anandpur Sahib
Anandpur Sahib in Punjab, India, is a sacred Sikh site where Guru Gobind Singh founded the Khalsa in 1699, home to the Takht Sri Keshgarh Sahib.
112
What is the sacred Buddhist site in Bhutan, perched on a cliff at 3,120 meters?
Answer:
a) Paro Taktsang
Paro Taktsang, or Tiger’s Nest Monastery, in Bhutan is a sacred Buddhist site, built on a cliff, associated with Guru Rinpoche’s meditation.
113
What is the sacred Christian site in Portugal associated with Marian apparitions?
Answer:
a) Sanctuary of Fátima
The Sanctuary of Fátima in Portugal is a sacred Christian site, where the Virgin Mary appeared to three children in 1917, attracting millions of pilgrims.
114
What is the sacred Hindu site in Odisha, India, dedicated to Lord Jagannath?
Answer:
a) Jagannath Temple
The Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha, India, is a sacred Hindu site dedicated to Lord Jagannath, famous for the annual Rath Yatra festival.
115
What is the primary Shinto shrine in Japan, dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu?
Answer:
a) Ise Grand Shrine
The Ise Grand Shrine in Mie Prefecture, Japan, is Shinto’s most sacred site, dedicated to Amaterasu, rebuilt every 20 years to symbolize renewal.
116
Which Jain temple in Karnataka, India, features a colossal statue of Gomateshwara?
Answer:
a) Shravanabelagola
Shravanabelagola in Karnataka, India, is a sacred Jain site with the 57-foot Gomateshwara statue, a key pilgrimage center for Jains.
117
What is the sacred Buddhist site associated with Buddha’s birthplace?
Answer:
a) Lumbini
Lumbini in Nepal is the sacred Buddhist site where Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha, was born in 563 BCE, marked by the Maya Devi Temple and Ashoka Pillar.
118
Which religion’s sacred site is the Golden Temple in Amritsar?
Answer:
b) Sikhism
The Golden Temple, or Harmandir Sahib, in Amritsar is the holiest site in Sikhism, a place of worship and reflection, symbolizing equality and spiritual devotion.
119
Which religion’s sacred site is the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem?
Answer:
a) Christianity
The Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem is a sacred Christian site, believed to encompass the locations of Jesus Christ’s crucifixion, burial, and resurrection.
120
Which religion celebrates Eid al-Fitr at the end of Ramadan?
Answer:
a) Islam
Eid al-Fitr is an Islamic festival marking the end of Ramadan, the month of fasting. It is a time of celebration, communal prayers, and sharing meals with family and friends.