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 'ECOTA'?
Answer:
ECOTA is the preferential trade agreement signed in 2003 to lower tariffs and remove non-tariff barriers among member states.
42
Which strategic document, adopted in 2017, outlines the organization's goals for the next decade?
Answer:
ECO Vision 2025 identifies key areas of cooperation including trade, transport, energy, tourism, and economic growth.
43
What is the 'ITI Corridor' which ECO has attempted to revitalize for rail transport?
Answer:
The ITI Corridor (Istanbul-Tehran-Islamabad) is a cargo train route designed to boost connectivity between the three founding members.
44
What is the official language of the Economic Cooperation Organization?
Answer:
English is the official language used for all administrative and diplomatic correspondence within the ECO.
45
Which ECO specialized agency is based in Ankara, Turkey?
Answer:
The ECO Educational Institute (ECOEI) is based in Ankara. (Note: The ECO Research Centre is based in Baku).
46
The ECO Trade and Development Bank (ETDB) operates from which city?
Answer:
The ECO Trade and Development Bank is headquartered in Istanbul, Turkey, with representative offices in other member states.
47
Where is the ECO Science Foundation (ECOSF) headquartered?
Answer:
The ECO Science Foundation, which promotes scientific and technological research, is headquartered in Islamabad, Pakistan.
48
Where is the headquarters of the ECO Cultural Institute (ECI)?
Answer:
The ECO Cultural Institute (ECI) is based in Tehran, Iran, and aims to foster cultural affinity and cooperation among member states.
49
As of 2025, how many member states does the ECO have?
Answer:
The 10 members are: Iran, Pakistan, Turkey (founding members), plus Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.
50
Which date is observed annually as 'ECO Day' to mark the organization's expansion?
Answer:
November 28 is observed as ECO Day, commemorating the 1992 expansion when the protocol for new members was signed.