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
Tshering Tobgay became the Prime Minister of which Himalayan kingdom in January 2024?
Answer:
Bhutan
Tshering Tobgay began his second term as Prime Minister of Bhutan in January 2024 after his party won the parliamentary elections.
12
Who is the current Emir of Kuwait, having taken office in late 2023?
Answer:
Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah
Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah became the Emir of Kuwait in December 2023 following the death of his predecessor.
13
Feleti Teo was named the Prime Minister of which Pacific island nation in February 2024?
Answer:
Tuvalu
Feleti Teo became the Prime Minister of Tuvalu in February 2024, following a general election closely watched for its geopolitical implications.
14
Luis Abinader was re-elected as President of which Caribbean nation in May 2024?
Answer:
Dominican Republic
Luis Abinader won a second term as President of the Dominican Republic in the 2024 general election.
15
Naypyidaw is the purpose-built capital of:
Answer:
Myanmar
Naypyidaw replaced Yangon as the capital of Myanmar (Burma) in 2005.
16
Gitega is the current political capital of which African country?
Answer:
Burundi
The capital of Burundi was moved from Bujumbura to Gitega in 2019.
17
What is the capital of Kazakhstan, which was briefly renamed Nur-Sultan before reverting to its original name?
Answer:
Astana
The capital of Kazakhstan is Astana. It was renamed Nur-Sultan in 2019 but reverted to the name Astana in 2022.
18
The capital of Mali is:
Answer:
Bamako
Bamako is the capital and largest city of Mali.
19
Niamey is the capital city of which Sahelian nation?
Answer:
Niger
Niamey is the capital city of Niger, located on the Niger River.
20
What is the capital city of Burkina Faso?
Answer:
Ouagadougou
Ouagadougou is the capital and largest city of Burkina Faso.