General Knowledge MCQs
Topic Notes: General Knowledge
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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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Which of the following is a key advantage of PCA proceedings?
Answer:
High level of flexibility for parties
Parties can design their own procedural rules.
12
Which major territorial dispute was decided by the PCA in 2016?
Answer:
South China Sea arbitration
In 2016, the PCA ruled in favor of the Philippines in a case against China.
13
The PCA can hear disputes involving:
Answer:
States, state entities, organizations, and private parties
The PCA’s jurisdiction is broad and flexible.
14
Arbitrators listed under the PCA are known as:
Answer:
Members of the Panel of Arbitrators
Each member state may appoint up to four individuals to the PCA’s Panel of Arbitrators.
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Who appoints arbitrators in PCA cases?
Answer:
The disputing parties
Parties choose arbitrators from a panel or nominate their own.
16
Which body assists in the administration of PCA cases?
Answer:
Registry
The PCA's International Bureau, serving as its registry, supports its operations.
17
The PCA is best described as:
Answer:
An administrative framework for arbitration
The PCA provides facilities for arbitration rather than acting as a court with permanent judges.
18
Which type of membership is required for participation in the PCA?
Answer:
Party to the Hague Conventions
Over 120 states are parties to the Hague Conventions and therefore members of the PCA.
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Where does the PCA conduct most of its hearings?
Answer:
Peace Palace
The PCA is based in the Peace Palace in The Hague.
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Which of the following is NOT a method used by the PCA?
Answer:
Military intervention
The PCA uses peaceful dispute resolution methods only.