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
141
In E-sports terminology, what does 'Nerf' mean?
Answer:
To make a character or item weaker
Developers 'nerf' elements of a game in patches to balance the gameplay if something is considered too powerful.
142
What company developed the game 'VALORANT'?
Answer:
Riot Games
Riot Games, the creators of League of Legends, developed and released the tactical shooter VALORANT.
143
What is 'Smurfing'?
Answer:
A high-skilled player playing on a low-ranked account
Smurfing involves an experienced player creating a new or low-ranked account to play against less skilled opponents.
144
Which platform is the most popular for live streaming E-sports events?
Answer:
Twitch
Twitch is the dominant live streaming platform for gamers and E-sports broadcasts.
145
What does 'GG' stand for in gaming chat?
Answer:
Good Game
GG is a universal sign of sportsmanship used at the end of a match to acknowledge a well-played game.
146
In Counter-Strike (CS:GO/CS2), what is the main objective of the Terrorist team in a defusal map?
Answer:
Plant the bomb
In defusal mode, the Terrorist team must plant the C4 explosive at one of the designated bomb sites, while Counter-Terrorists must prevent it or defuse it.
147
Who is widely considered the 'GOAT' (Greatest of All Time) of League of Legends?
Answer:
Faker
Lee 'Faker' Sang-hyeok is a South Korean professional player for T1, known for winning multiple World Championships and his dominance in the mid-lane.
148
Which E-sports tournament historically has the largest prize pool?
Answer:
The International (Dota 2)
The International, the annual championship for Dota 2, consistently breaks records for the largest prize pools in E-sports history, often exceeding $30-40 million.
149
What does 'MOBA' stand for in gaming genres?
Answer:
Multiplayer Online Battle Arena
MOBA is a subgenre of strategy video games in which two teams of players compete on a predefined map, such as League of Legends or Dota 2.