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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Which European country became the first G7 nation to officially withdraw from China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in 2024?
Answer:
Italy
Italy officially withdrew from the Belt and Road Initiative in early 2024, citing that the economic benefits had not met expectations and seeking to realign with Western allies.
42
The 'AUKUS' security partnership primarily focuses on providing which country with nuclear-powered submarines?
Answer:
Australia
AUKUS is a trilateral security pact between Australia, the UK, and the US, with a core objective of helping Australia acquire a fleet of nuclear-powered submarines.
43
Which country signed a landmark deal with the US in 2024 to purchase 31 MQ-9B Predator drones?
Answer:
India
India signed a deal to acquire 31 MQ-9B High Altitude Long Endurance drones from the US to boost its surveillance and strike capabilities along its borders and in the Indian Ocean.
44
Which group of nations officially expanded its membership in January 2024 to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the UAE?
Answer:
BRICS
BRICS expanded significantly in 2024, adding new members from the Middle East and Africa to challenge the Western-dominated global order.
45
The 'iCET' initiative, which saw expanded cooperation in 2024-2025, is a technology partnership between:
Answer:
USA and India
The Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology (iCET) is a flagship framework between the USA and India to foster cooperation in space, semiconductors, defense, and telecommunications.
46
Which major trade policy measure did the European Union impose on China in October 2024?
Answer:
Increased tariffs on Chinese Electric Vehicles (EVs)
Following an anti-subsidy investigation, the EU imposed significant additional tariffs (up to 35.3%) on Chinese electric vehicles, citing unfair state subsidies that distorted the European market.
47
The 'No Limits' partnership, reaffirmed in 2024, refers to the strategic relationship between which two major powers?
Answer:
China and Russia
China and Russia have described their strategic partnership as having 'no limits,' deepening economic, military, and diplomatic ties to counter Western influence.
48
Which country officially joined NATO in March 2024, becoming the alliance's 32nd member?
Answer:
Sweden
Sweden officially joined NATO on March 7, 2024, ending centuries of neutrality and strengthening the alliance's northern flank in response to Russian aggression.
49
In 2024, the United States, Japan, and the Philippines held their first-ever trilateral summit to address security challenges in which region?
Answer:
The South China Sea
The historic trilateral summit held in Washington D.C. in April 2024 focused on countering China's growing assertiveness in the South China Sea and strengthening maritime cooperation among the three nations.