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 does ISIS/ISIL stand for?
Answer:
Islamic State of Iraq and Syria / Levant
ISIS stands for Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (also known as ISIL - Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant). It is a militant Islamist group.
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What does UNDP stand for?
Answer:
United Nations Development Programme
UNDP stands for United Nations Development Programme. It helps countries eliminate poverty and achieve sustainable economic growth and human development.
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What does START stand for (Treaty)?
Answer:
Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty
START stands for Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty. These were agreements between the US and the USSR (later Russia) on the reduction and limitation of strategic offensive arms.
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What does UNESCO stand for?
Answer:
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
UNESCO stands for United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. It promotes world peace and security through international cooperation in education, arts, sciences, and culture.
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What does WFP stand for?
Answer:
World Food Programme
WFP stands for World Food Programme. It is the food-assistance branch of the United Nations and the world's largest humanitarian organization.
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What does ILO stand for?
Answer:
International Labour Organization
ILO stands for International Labour Organization. It is a United Nations agency whose mandate is to advance social and economic justice through setting international labour standards.
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What does HRW stand for?
Answer:
Human Rights Watch
HRW stands for Human Rights Watch. It is an international non-governmental organization that conducts research and advocacy on human rights.
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What does G7 stand for?
Answer:
Group of Seven
G7 stands for Group of Seven. It is an intergovernmental political forum consisting of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
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What does USAID stand for?
Answer:
United States Agency for International Development
USAID stands for United States Agency for International Development. It is an independent agency of the U.S. federal government responsible for administering civilian foreign aid.
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What does NGO stand for?
Answer:
Non-Governmental Organization
NGO stands for Non-Governmental Organization. It acts independently of any government and is usually non-profit.