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
181
Which agreement regulates global arms trade?
Answer:
Arms Trade Treaty (ATT)
The ATT regulates international weapons transfers.
182
Which treaty aims to conserve migratory species?
Answer:
Bonn Convention
It protects migratory species and their habitats.
183
Which treaty resolved the Cuban Missile Crisis?
Answer:
Limited Test Ban Treaty
Although not directly ending the crisis, it formalized nuclear restraint afterward.
184
Which agreement created OPEC+ cooperation?
Answer:
Vienna Agreement 2016
The Vienna Agreement brought OPEC and non-OPEC states together.
185
Which treaty established the Permanent Court of Arbitration?
Answer:
Hague Convention of 1899
It founded the PCA for peaceful dispute settlement.
186
Which agreement regulates global intellectual property related to trademarks?
Answer:
Madrid System
The Madrid System simplifies international trademark registration.
187
Which treaty regulates the Bosporus and Dardanelles straits?
Answer:
Montreux Convention
It gives Turkey control of the straits while allowing free naval transit.
188
Which bilateral treaty ended the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971?
Answer:
Simla Agreement
The Simla Agreement was signed in 1972 to normalize relations.
189
Which treaty limits conventional armed forces in Europe?
Answer:
CFE Treaty
The Conventional Forces in Europe Treaty restricts heavy weapons.
190
Which treaty governs the use of the Danube River?
Answer:
Belgrade Convention
The Belgrade Convention of 1948 regulates navigation along the Danube.