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
281
Which country changed its name from New Spain to Mexico?
Answer:
Mexico
New Spain was renamed Mexico in 1821 upon independence, adopting the name of its capital and the Mexica (Aztec) people, symbolizing indigenous roots.
282
What is the current name of the country once called Cambodia?
Answer:
Vietnam
Cambodia, briefly known as Kampuchea during the Khmer Rouge era, reverted to Cambodia in 1993, restoring its historical name tied to the Khmer people and Angkor heritage.
283
Which country was formerly known as British Togoland before becoming part of Ghana?
Answer:
Ghana
British Togoland merged with the Gold Coast to form Ghana in 1957, contributing to the unified nation named after the ancient Ghana Empire, symbolizing decolonization.
284
What is the modern name of the country once known as French West Africa?
Answer:
Senegal
French West Africa was fragmented into several nations, with Senegal adopting its name in 1960 upon independence, derived from the Senegal River, reflecting regional identity.
285
Which country was previously called Malagasy Republic before becoming Madagascar?
Answer:
Madagascar
The Malagasy Republic was renamed Madagascar in 1975, reverting to a name derived from its largest ethnic group and island geography, shedding post-colonial naming.
286
What is the current name of the country formerly known as French Indo-China?
Answer:
Vietnam
French Indo-China was divided into Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia in 1954, with Vietnam adopting its historical name to signify independence and national identity.
287
Which country changed its name from Formosa to Taiwan?
Answer:
Taiwan
Formosa, a Portuguese name, was replaced by Taiwan in 1949, reflecting the native name used by its people and its political identity as the Republic of China.
288
What is the modern name of the country once known as British Somaliland?
Answer:
Somaliland
British Somaliland became Somaliland in 1991, though it is not internationally recognized as a separate state from Somalia, reflecting its historical colonial boundaries.
289
Which country was formerly called Ellice Islands before becoming Tuvalu?
Answer:
Tuvalu
The Ellice Islands were renamed Tuvalu on October 1, 1978, upon independence, meaning 'eight standing together' in the local language, reflecting its eight inhabited atolls.
290
What is the geographical surname for Gibraltar, known as the 'Key to the Mediterranean'?
Answer:
Key to the Mediterranean
Gibraltar is nicknamed the 'Key to the Mediterranean' for its strategic location at the Strait of Gibraltar, controlling maritime access between the Atlantic and Mediterranean.