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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Which Commonwealth body coordinates daily administrative work?
Answer:
Commonwealth Secretariat
The Secretariat administers Commonwealth programmes and policy initiatives.
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Which city hosts the headquarters of the Commonwealth Secretariat?
Answer:
London
The Commonwealth Secretariat is located in London, UK.
33
Who is the current Head of the Commonwealth?
Answer:
British Monarch
The British monarch serves as the ceremonial Head of the Commonwealth.
34
Which document outlines the core values of the Commonwealth?
Answer:
Harare Declaration
The 1991 Harare Declaration expresses core values like democracy and human rights.
35
How many member states does the Commonwealth of Nations currently have?
Answer:
54
The Commonwealth comprises 54 member countries from all regions.
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What is the Commonwealth of Nations?
Answer:
A voluntary association of independent countries
The Commonwealth is a voluntary association of 54 independent states.
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Which country was the first to rejoin the Commonwealth after previously withdrawing?
Answer:
South Africa withdrew in 1961 due to criticism of Apartheid and rejoined in 1994 after the end of Apartheid and democratic elections.
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In which year was the Commonwealth Secretariat established?
Answer:
The Secretariat was established in 1965 to give the organization a central administration independent of the UK government.
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Which Commonwealth agreement in 1985 was designed to pressure South Africa to end Apartheid?
Answer:
The Nassau Accord called for the immediate dismantling of Apartheid and imposed economic sanctions on South Africa.
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What percentage of the world's land area does the Commonwealth cover?
Answer:
The Commonwealth nations cover roughly one-quarter (25%) of the world's total land area.