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
41
Which Hindu festival is known as the 'Festival of Colors'?
Answer:
Holi
Holi is a popular ancient Hindu festival, also known as the 'Festival of Colors', 'Festival of Spring', and 'Festival of Love'.
42
What is the name of the collection of Islamic traditions and sayings of the Prophet Muhammad?
Answer:
Hadith
Hadith refers to the record of the traditions or sayings of the Prophet Muhammad, revered and received as a major source of religious law and moral guidance.
43
In Christianity, where was Jesus born?
Answer:
Bethlehem
According to the Gospels of Luke and Matthew in the New Testament, Jesus was born in Bethlehem.
44
Which of the following is one of the 'Five Ks' in Sikhism?
Answer:
Kesh (Uncut Hair)
Kesh (uncut hair) is one of the Five Ks, the articles of faith that Khalsa Sikhs wear at all times as commanded by the tenth Sikh Guru.
45
Who is known as the 'Light of Asia'?
Answer:
Gautama Buddha
Gautama Buddha is often referred to as the 'Light of Asia' due to his role in founding Buddhism and spreading spiritual enlightenment across the continent.
46
Which movement in the 16th century led to the split between the Catholic Church and Protestantism?
Answer:
The Reformation
The Protestant Reformation was a religious movement in the 16th century that began as an attempt to reform the Roman Catholic Church and resulted in the creation of Protestant churches.
47
What is the Jewish term for the 'Day of Atonement', considered the holiest day of the year?
Answer:
Yom Kippur
Yom Kippur is the holiest day in Judaism, dedicated to atonement and repentance, typically observed with a 25-hour fast and intensive prayer.
48
The 'Ramayana' and 'Mahabharata' are the two major epics of:
Answer:
Hinduism
The Ramayana and the Mahabharata are the two fundamental Sanskrit epics of ancient India, central to Hindu mythology and philosophy.
49
Which event marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar (Hijri)?
Answer:
The Hijra (migration to Medina)
The Islamic calendar begins with the Hijra, the migration of the Prophet Muhammad and his followers from Mecca to Medina in 622 CE.
50
Who is the 24th and last Tirthankara of Jainism?
Answer:
Mahavira
Mahavira is considered the 24th and final Tirthankara (spiritual teacher) of Jainism, who revitalized the Jain dharma in the 6th century BCE.