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 humor book 'Aab-e-Gum' was written by?
Answer:
Mushtaq Ahmed Yousufi
Mushtaq Ahmed Yousufi is widely considered the greatest Urdu humorist of his time. 'Aab-e-Gum' combines nostalgia with humor, reflecting on the lives of migrants from India.
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Which poet is known as the 'Poet of the Revolution' (Shair-e-Inqilab)?
Answer:
Josh Malihabadi
Josh Malihabadi is known as 'Shair-e-Inqilab' because his poetry challenged the British Raj and the established order with powerful, energetic language.
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Who is known as the 'Baba-e-Urdu' (Father of Urdu)?
Answer:
Maulvi Abdul Haq
Maulvi Abdul Haq dedicated his life to the promotion and preservation of the Urdu language, earning him the title 'Baba-e-Urdu'. He was a key figure in the Anjuman-i-Taraqqi-i-Urdu.
34
The travelogue 'Chaly Chalo Ke Woh Yeh Kohistan Hai' was written by?
Answer:
Mustansar Hussain Tarar
Mustansar Hussain Tarar is a prolific writer known for his travelogues, particularly those describing the Northern Areas of Pakistan. This title captures his love for the mountains.
35
Faiz Ahmed Faiz was awarded which international prize?
Answer:
Lenin Peace Prize
Faiz Ahmed Faiz, a Marxist and progressive poet, was the first Asian poet to be awarded the Lenin Peace Prize by the Soviet Union in 1962.
36
Who wrote the novel 'Aangan'?
Answer:
Khadija Mastoor
'Aangan' (The Courtyard) is a celebrated novel by Khadija Mastoor. It narrates the political and social changes of the Partition era from the perspective of the women within a household.
37
'Shah Jo Risalo' is the magnum opus of which Sufi poet?
Answer:
Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai
Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai was a great Sindhi Sufi scholar. 'Shah Jo Risalo' is his compendium of poetry which uses folk tales (the Seven Queens of Sindh) to explain divine love.
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Who is considered the 'Shakespeare of Punjabi Literature' for his work 'Heer'?
Answer:
Waris Shah
Waris Shah wrote 'Heer Ranjha', the most famous tragic romance in Punjabi literature. His masterpiece is often compared to Shakespeare's work due to its poetic depth and universal themes.
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The poetry collection 'Khushbu' is associated with which poetess?
Answer:
Parveen Shakir
Parveen Shakir's first book 'Khushbu' (Fragrance) made her famous. She is known for bringing a uniquely feminine voice and romantic expression to Urdu poetry.
40
Who wrote the famous novel 'Udaas Naslein'?
Answer:
Abdullah Hussain
'Udaas Naslein' (The Weary Generations) is a classic novel by Abdullah Hussain. It depicts the struggles of a family against the backdrop of British colonialism and the partition of India.