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 Pakistan's rank in the Henley Passport Index 2025?
Answer:
96th
Pakistan ranked 96th (fourth weakest) in the Henley Passport Index 2025, sharing the spot with countries like Somalia and Yemen.
42
Which country has the most powerful passport according to the Henley Passport Index 2025?
Answer:
Singapore
Singapore held the top spot in the Henley Passport Index 2025, offering visa-free access to the highest number of destinations.
43
Which organization releases the World Press Freedom Index?
Answer:
Reporters Without Borders (RSF)
Reporters Without Borders (RSF), based in Paris, releases the annual World Press Freedom Index.
44
What is Pakistan's rank in the World Press Freedom Index 2025?
Answer:
158th
Pakistan ranked 158th out of 180 countries in the World Press Freedom Index 2025, dropping six places from the previous year.
45
Which country topped the World Press Freedom Index 2025?
Answer:
Norway
Norway continued to top the World Press Freedom Index 2025, maintaining its status as the country with the freest press.
46
What was Pakistan's rank in the UN Human Development Index (HDI) 2023/24 report?
Answer:
164th
In the HDI 2023/24 report released in March 2024, Pakistan was ranked 164th out of 193 countries (though some sources citing 2021/22 trends discuss the 161st spot, the latest 2023/24 report confirmed the 164th position).
47
Which country held the top position in the Human Development Index (HDI) 2023/24 report?
Answer:
Switzerland
Switzerland ranked first in the United Nations Development Programme's (UNDP) Human Development Index 2023/24.
48
Which organization publishes the annual Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI)?
Answer:
Transparency International
Transparency International, a Berlin-based organization, publishes the annual Corruption Perceptions Index.
49
What is Pakistan's rank in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2024?
Answer:
135th
Pakistan ranked 135th out of 180 countries in the CPI 2024, slipping two spots from its previous rank of 133rd in 2023.
50
Which country topped the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2024 released in early 2025?
Answer:
Denmark
Denmark retained the top spot as the least corrupt country in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2024 released by Transparency International.