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
171
Who has the largest tongue circumference (male)?
Answer:
Sacha Feiner
Sacha Feiner from Belgium holds the record for the largest tongue circumference at 17 cm (6.69 in).
172
Who holds the record for connecting the most gaming consoles to a single TV?
Answer:
Ibrahim Al-Nasser
Ibrahim Al-Nasser from Saudi Arabia connected 444 different gaming consoles to a single television set.
173
What is the heaviest blueberry ever recorded?
Answer:
20.4 g
The heaviest blueberry weighed 20.4 g (0.71 oz) and was grown in Australia in late 2023, confirmed in 2024.
174
Who set the female record for the longest time in an abdominal plank position in 2024?
Answer:
DonnaJean Wilde
DonnaJean Wilde from Canada set the female world record for the longest abdominal plank, holding the position for 4 hours, 30 minutes, and 11 seconds.
175
What is the fastest bird in a diving stoop?
Answer:
Peregrine Falcon
The Peregrine Falcon is the fastest member of the animal kingdom, capable of reaching speeds over 300 km/h (186 mph) during a diving stoop.
176
Who holds the record for the longest single nails on one hand ever?
Answer:
Shridhar Chillal
Shridhar Chillal of India held the record for the longest fingernails on a single hand, with a combined length of over 9 meters before cutting them.
177
Which Pakistani holds the record for the youngest Microsoft Certified Professional (at the time)?
Answer:
Arfa Karim
In 2004, Arfa Karim became the youngest Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) at the age of nine.
178
Who holds the record for the youngest cricketer to play a Test match?
Answer:
Hasan Raza
Hasan Raza of Pakistan made his Test debut at the age of 14 years and 227 days in 1996, a record that still stands.
179
What is the shortest living dog (female) as of 2024/2025?
Answer:
Pearl
Pearl, a Chihuahua, holds the record for the shortest dog living, measuring just 9.14 cm (3.59 in) in height.
180
Which athlete has won the most Olympic gold medals in history?
Answer:
Michael Phelps
Swimmer Michael Phelps holds the record for the most Olympic gold medals, having won 23 golds during his career.