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
What is the largest spider by leg span?
Answer:
Giant Huntsman Spider
While the Goliath Birdeater is heavier, the Giant Huntsman has a wider leg span (up to 30 cm).
42
Who has the largest feet (living)?
Answer:
Jeison Orlando Rodríguez Hernández
Jeison (Venezuela) holds the record with feet measuring over 40 cm (1.3 ft).
43
What is the most common password used globally?
Answer:
123456
Cybersecurity reports consistently rank '123456' as the most commonly breached password.
44
Who holds the record for the longest static breath hold (voluntary)?
Answer:
Budimir Šobat
Budimir Šobat (Croatia) held his breath for 24 minutes and 37 seconds (assisted with pure oxygen pre-breathing).
45
What is the largest pizza commercially available?
Answer:
Big Mama's & Papa's Pizzeria (Giant Sicilian)
The Giant Sicilian measures 54 x 54 inches. (Pizza Hut made a 'world's largest pizza' as a stunt, but Big Mama's sells theirs on the menu).
46
Which planet in the solar system has the most moons (as of 2024)?
Answer:
Saturn
Saturn currently holds the record with 146 confirmed moons, overtaking Jupiter.
47
What is the longest nose on a living person?
Answer:
8.8 cm
Mehmet Özyürek (Turkey) has a nose measuring 8.8 cm (3.46 in). (Thomas Wedders historically had a longer one).
48
What is the fastest temperature drop recorded in 24 hours?
Answer:
56°C (100°F)
In 1916, Browning, Montana saw the temperature drop from 7°C to -49°C in 24 hours.
49
What is the most visited paid monument in the world?
Answer:
Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower in Paris is the most visited paid monument globally.
50
Which gemstone is the largest clear cut diamond in the world?
Answer:
Great Star of Africa (Cullinan I)
Cut from the Cullinan Diamond, the Great Star of Africa weighs 530.4 carats.