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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In Pakistan, the National Action Plan (NAP) to combat terrorism was established in the aftermath of which tragic incident?
Answer:
APS Peshawar Attack (2014)
The National Action Plan (NAP) was established in January 2015 following the brutal terrorist attack on the Army Public School (APS) in Peshawar on December 16, 2014.
12
INTERPOL was founded in 1923 in which city?
Answer:
Vienna
INTERPOL was founded in 1923 in Vienna, Austria, as the International Criminal Police Commission (ICPC).
13
The 'Federal Security Service' (FSB) is the principal security agency of which country?
Answer:
Russia
The FSB (Federal Security Service) is the principal security agency of Russia and the main successor agency to the Soviet Union's KGB.
14
Which organization maintains the 'Grey List' and 'Black List' regarding money laundering and terror financing?
Answer:
Financial Action Task Force (FATF)
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) maintains these lists to identify jurisdictions with weak measures to combat money laundering and terrorist financing.
15
What is the specific helpline number of NACTA Pakistan for reporting terror-related activities?
Answer:
1717
NACTA operates the '1717' helpline (Counter Terrorism Helpline) for citizens to report suspicious activities or terror-related information.
16
Which of the following is the primary civilian intelligence agency of Pakistan responsible for national security?
Answer:
IB (Intelligence Bureau)
The Intelligence Bureau (IB) is Pakistan's oldest and primary civilian intelligence agency, reporting to the Prime Minister, distinct from the military-run ISI.
17
The 'Black Notice' issued by INTERPOL is used for what purpose?
Answer:
To seek information on unidentified bodies
A Black Notice is used to seek information on unidentified bodies.
18
Which specialized force in Pakistan is primarily responsible for counter-terrorism operations in the Punjab province?
Answer:
Counter Terrorism Department (CTD)
The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) was created from the CID in 2010. It is the lead agency for intelligence-based counter-terrorism operations in Punjab.
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Where is the General Secretariat (Headquarters) of INTERPOL located?
Answer:
Lyon, France
The General Secretariat of INTERPOL is located in Lyon, France. It operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
20
What is the newly introduced INTERPOL notice (currently in pilot phase) designed to identify and trace illicit assets?
Answer:
Silver Notice
The Silver Notice is a new alert type introduced by INTERPOL (currently in pilot phase) specifically to help member countries identify, trace, seize, and confiscate illicit assets.