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
31
What is the name of the mascot for the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya?
Answer:
Not yet officially revealed
As of late 2023/early 2024, the specific mascots for the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Games have been in the design contest phase but not widely popularized or finalized like previous editions.
32
Which nation marched under a neutral flag at the 2010 and 2014 Asian Games due to suspension?
Answer:
Kuwait
Kuwaiti athletes participated under the 'Athletes from Kuwait' banner in 2010 and under the OCA flag in 2010/2014 occasionally due to government interference in the NOC.
33
Which martial art made its debut at the 2002 Busan Asian Games but was dropped later, only to return?
Answer:
Bodybuilding
Bodybuilding was included as a medal sport in 2002 and 2006 but has since been excluded from the Asian Games program.
34
The 2025 Asian Winter Games will be hosted by which city?
Answer:
Harbin, China
Harbin, China, has been selected to host the 9th Asian Winter Games in 2025. It previously hosted the games in 1996.
35
Which country has won the Kabaddi gold medal twice (Men's 2023, Men's 2018 runner up)?
Answer:
Iran
Iran broke India's dominance by winning the Men's Kabaddi gold in 2018. However, India reclaimed the title in 2023 (2022 Games).
36
Which venue in Guangzhou, utilized for the 2010 opening ceremony, is located on an island?
Answer:
Haixinsha Island
The opening and closing ceremonies of the 2010 Guangzhou Asian Games were uniquely held on Haixinsha Island in the Pearl River, rather than inside a traditional stadium.
37
In which year did the Asian Games first have a title sponsor?
Answer:
1998
The 1998 Bangkok Games were the first to implement a comprehensive marketing strategy with official partners, including Samsung as the MVP sponsor.
38
Which sport uses a shuttlecock but is played with feet, similar to volleyball?
Answer:
Sepak Takraw
Sepak Takraw is a sport native to Southeast Asia where players use their feet, knees, chest, and head to touch the rattan ball/shuttlecock.
39
Which Indian shooter won the first gold medal for India at the 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games?
Answer:
Men's 10m Air Rifle Team
India's first gold at the 2022 Games was won by the Men's 10m Air Rifle Team comprising Rudrankksh Patil, Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar, and Divyansh Singh Panwar, who broke the world record.
40
What was the official slogan of the 2018 Asian Games?
Answer:
Energy of Asia
The official slogan for the 2018 Jakarta-Palembang Games was 'Energy of Asia,' reflecting the continent's vibrancy.