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
What is the largest internal organ in the human body?
Answer:
Liver
The liver is the largest internal organ in the human body. (The skin is the largest organ overall, but it is external).
12
Which country has the most official languages?
Answer:
Zimbabwe
Bolivia holds the record for the country with the most official languages, recognizing over 30 indigenous languages alongside Spanish.
13
What is the largest continent by land area?
Answer:
Asia
Asia is the largest continent on Earth, covering approximately 44.5 million square kilometers (17.2 million square miles).
14
What is the largest bird (by weight and height)?
Answer:
Ostrich
The Ostrich is the largest and heaviest living bird, capable of reaching 2.7 meters (9 ft) in height and weighing up to 156 kg (344 lb).
15
Which photograph is the most liked on Instagram?
Answer:
Lionel Messi with the World Cup
Lionel Messi's post celebrating Argentina's World Cup victory in 2022 became the most-liked photo in Instagram history.
16
Who has the most followers on Instagram (as of 2024)?
Answer:
Cristiano Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo is the most-followed individual on Instagram, being the first person to reach 600 million followers on the platform.
17
What is the longest-running animated sitcom in history?
Answer:
The Simpsons
The Simpsons is the longest-running American animated sitcom, having debuted in 1989 and continuing to air new seasons.
18
Who holds the record for the most runs in international cricket (combined formats)?
Answer:
Sachin Tendulkar
Sachin Tendulkar of India holds the record for the most runs scored in international cricket, accumulating over 34,000 runs across Tests, ODIs, and T20s.
19
What is the best-selling album of all time?
Answer:
Thriller - Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' (1982) is the best-selling album of all time, with claimed sales of over 66 million copies worldwide (some estimates go higher).
20
Who holds the record for the most wickets in Test cricket history?
Answer:
Muttiah Muralitharan
Muttiah Muralitharan of Sri Lanka holds the record for the most wickets in Test cricket, with 800 wickets taken during his career.