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
11
Which of the following areas is included in SCO cooperation?
Answer:
Health and traditional medicine
The SCO also engages in health and cultural exchanges.
12
Which country is a dialogue partner of the SCO?
Answer:
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is one of the dialogue partners of the SCO.
13
Which country is a permanent observer in the SCO?
Answer:
Mongolia
Mongolia became the first observer state in 2004.
14
Which major global powers are full members of the SCO?
Answer:
China and Russia
China and Russia are key founding members.
15
Which of the following is NOT a full member of the SCO?
Answer:
Belarus
Belarus is an observer state, not a full member—though it is in process of accession.
16
Where is the SCO’s Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS) headquartered?
Answer:
Tashkent
RATS operates from Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
17
Which SCO body coordinates regional counterterrorism efforts?
Answer:
Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS)
RATS, headquartered in Tashkent, coordinates anti-terrorism activities.
18
What is one of the primary focuses of the SCO?
Answer:
Counterterrorism and regional security
Security cooperation is a central mandate of the SCO.
19
Which two countries joined the SCO as full members in 2017?
Answer:
India and Pakistan
India and Pakistan joined together in 2017.
20
How many full member states does the SCO currently have?
Answer:
9
Iran became a full member in 2023, bringing the total to nine.