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
51
Which colour is the ribbon of the Victoria Cross?
Answer:
Crimson
The ribbon of the Victoria Cross is crimson. Originally, there was a blue ribbon for the Navy and a crimson one for the Army, but the crimson ribbon was standardized for all services in 1918.
52
The 'Order of St. George' is the highest purely military decoration of which country?
Answer:
Russia
The Order of St. George is the highest purely military decoration of the Russian Federation. It was originally established by Catherine the Great in 1769 and revived in 1992.
53
Which Indian award is the second highest civilian honour?
Answer:
Padma Vibhushan
The Padma Vibhushan is the second-highest civilian award of the Republic of India, ranking after the Bharat Ratna. It is awarded for 'exceptional and distinguished service'.
54
What is the highest civilian award in France?
Answer:
Légion d'honneur
The Legion of Honour (Ordre national de la Légion d'honneur) is the highest French order of merit for both military and civil merits.
55
Which Pakistani award is equivalent to the British George Cross (for non-combat bravery)?
Answer:
Nishan-e-Shujaat
The Nishan-e-Shujaat (Order of Bravery) is the highest civilian award for bravery in Pakistan. It is awarded for acts of conspicuous courage not in the face of the enemy, making it roughly equivalent to the George Cross.
56
The 'Order of Abdulaziz Al Saud' is a high order of merit from which country?
Answer:
Saudi Arabia
The Order of King Abdulaziz is a Saudi Arabian order of merit. It is named after the founder of the modern Saudi state and is one of the country's highest civilian awards.
57
Which US medal features the profile of George Washington?
Answer:
Purple Heart
The Purple Heart features a profile image of George Washington. It was originally established by Washington himself in 1782 as the Badge of Military Merit.
58
Which award is the highest peacetime gallantry award in the UK?
Answer:
George Cross
The George Cross is the highest gallantry award for civilians, and for military personnel for actions not in the face of the enemy. It is equal in stature to the Victoria Cross.
59
What is the equivalent of the Victoria Cross for Australia?
Answer:
Victoria Cross for Australia
The Victoria Cross for Australia is the highest award in the Australian honours system, superseding the British Victoria Cross for Australian recipients in 1991.
60
The 'Order of Mapungubwe' is a high honour granted by which African nation?
Answer:
South Africa
The Order of Mapungubwe is South Africa's highest honour for excellence and exceptional achievement. It is awarded by the President of South Africa.