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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What is the traditional color associated with the Labour Party in the UK?
Answer:
Red
Red is the official color of the Labour Party, symbolizing its socialist and trade union roots.
32
Which political party ruled Mexico uninterrupted for 71 years (1929–2000)?
Answer:
PRI (Institutional Revolutionary Party)
The PRI (Institutional Revolutionary Party) held power in Mexico for 71 consecutive years, a period famously described as the 'perfect dictatorship'.
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The 'Aam Aadmi Party' (AAP) in India originated from which movement?
Answer:
India Against Corruption
The AAP emerged from the 'India Against Corruption' movement led by Anna Hazare in 2011-2012.
34
Which French political party was founded by Emmanuel Macron?
Answer:
Renaissance (formerly En Marche!)
Emmanuel Macron founded the centrist party 'En Marche!' in 2016, which was later renamed 'Renaissance'.
35
Who founded the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)?
Answer:
Imran Khan
Imran Khan, a former cricket captain, founded the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in 1996.
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The Justice and Development Party (AKP) is the ruling party in which country?
Answer:
Turkey
The AKP (Adalet ve Kalkınma Partisi) is the ruling party of Turkey, led by Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
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Which German political party is associated with former Chancellor Angela Merkel?
Answer:
CDU (Christian Democratic Union)
Angela Merkel served as the leader of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and was Chancellor of Germany for 16 years.
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What is the symbol of the Democratic Party in the United States?
Answer:
Donkey
The Donkey is the well-known symbol of the Democratic Party, associated with Andrew Jackson's 1828 presidential campaign.
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Which party is currently the dominant political force in Russia?
Answer:
United Russia
United Russia is the ruling political party in Russia and supports the policies of President Vladimir Putin.
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The 'Indian National Congress' (INC) was founded in which year?
Answer:
1885
The Indian National Congress was founded in 1885 by Allan Octavian Hume and others, playing a pivotal role in the Indian independence movement.