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
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The 'Republican Party' and 'Democratic Party' are the two dominant political forces in which country?
Answer:
United States of America
The United States political system is dominated by two major parties: the Republican Party (GOP) and the Democratic Party.
12
Which party is the ruling party of the People's Republic of China?
Answer:
Chinese Communist Party (CCP)
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is the founding and sole ruling political party of the People's Republic of China.
13
In Bangladesh, following the resignation of Sheikh Hasina in August 2024, who took over the administration?
Answer:
Interim Government
After mass protests led to the ouster of Sheikh Hasina and the Awami League in August 2024, an Interim Government led by Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus took charge.
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Which party constitutes the official opposition in the United Kingdom as of 2025?
Answer:
Conservative Party
Following their defeat in the July 2024 elections, the Conservative Party (Tories) became the official opposition in the UK Parliament.
15
Who forms the government in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province of Pakistan as of 2024/2025?
Answer:
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) backed candidates won a decisive majority in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in the 2024 elections, electing Ali Amin Gandapur as the Chief Minister.
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Which political party is currently ruling the Sindh province of Pakistan?
Answer:
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP)
The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) secured a simple majority in the Sindh Assembly during the 2024 elections and formed the provincial government with Murad Ali Shah as Chief Minister.
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Which political alliance secured a third consecutive term in the 2024 Indian General Elections?
Answer:
National Democratic Alliance (NDA)
The National Democratic Alliance (NDA), led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, won the 2024 elections, though with a reduced majority compared to 2019.
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As of late 2024, which political party holds the government in the United Kingdom?
Answer:
Labour Party
The Labour Party, led by Keir Starmer, won a landslide victory in the July 2024 general elections, ending 14 years of Conservative rule.
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Which party currently serves as the primary opposition in the National Assembly of Pakistan under the banner of the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC)?
Answer:
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) backed independents
PTI-backed independent candidates joined the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) after the elections to form the opposition bloc in the National Assembly. Omar Ayub Khan became the Leader of the Opposition.
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Following the February 2024 general elections in Pakistan, which political alliance formed the federal government?
Answer:
PML-N and PPP (Coalition)
After the 2024 elections, the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and the Pakistan People's Party (PPP) formed a coalition government, with Shehbaz Sharif elected as Prime Minister.