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
Who is the current President of FIFA (as of 2024-2025)?
Answer:
Gianni Infantino
Gianni Infantino is the current President of FIFA, serving since 2016.
12
Which tennis player has won the most French Open (Roland Garros) men's singles titles?
Answer:
Rafael Nadal
Rafael Nadal holds the record for the most French Open titles, having won the tournament 14 times.
13
Which team holds the record for the most ICC Men's Cricket World Cup (ODI) titles?
Answer:
Australia
Australia holds the record for the most ICC Cricket World Cup titles, having won the tournament 6 times (1987, 1999, 2003, 2007, 2015, 2023).
14
Who won the FIFA Best Men's Player award for 2023 (awarded in 2024)?
Answer:
Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi won the The Best FIFA Men's Player award for 2023.
15
Which is the only Grand Slam tournament played on clay courts?
Answer:
French Open
The French Open (Roland Garros) is the only Grand Slam tournament played on clay courts.
16
Who was the top scorer (Golden Boot winner) at Euro 2024?
Answer:
Shared by six players
The Euro 2024 Golden Boot was shared by six players (Kane, Olmo, Gakpo, Mikautadze, Musiala, Schranz) who all scored 3 goals.
17
Which team won the 2024 PSL (Pakistan Super League)?
Answer:
Islamabad United
Islamabad United won the 2024 PSL title by defeating Multan Sultans in the final.
18
Who is the only player to have achieved a 'Golden Slam' (winning all 4 Grand Slams and Olympic Gold in the same year)?
Answer:
Steffi Graf
Steffi Graf is the only player in history to achieve a Golden Slam, winning all four major titles and the Olympic gold medal in 1988.
19
Which country hosted the UEFA Euro 2024?
Answer:
Germany
Germany was the host nation for the UEFA Euro 2024 football tournament.
20
Which team won the inaugural ICC Under-19 Women's T20 World Cup in 2023?
Answer:
India
India won the inaugural ICC Under-19 Women's T20 World Cup in 2023 by defeating England in the final.