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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Who was the first person to invent the light bulb?
Answer:
Thomas Edison developed the first commercially practical incandescent light bulb in 1879, though earlier inventors contributed, transforming daily life with electric lighting.
52
Which country was the first to use paper currency?
Answer:
China introduced the world’s first paper currency during the Tang Dynasty around the 7th century, revolutionizing trade and economic systems globally.
53
Who was the first woman to win an Academy Award for Best Director?
Answer:
Kathryn Bigelow became the first woman to win an Academy Award for Best Director in 2010 for 'The Hurt Locker,' breaking a significant gender barrier in filmmaking.
54
Who was the first person to reach the South Pole?
Answer:
Roald Amundsen, a Norwegian explorer, became the first person to reach the South Pole on December 14, 1911, leading a successful expedition in the race to Antarctica.
55
Who was the first woman to become a licensed pilot?
Answer:
Raymonde de Laroche, a French aviator, became the first woman to receive a pilot’s license in 1910 from the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale, pioneering women in aviation.
56
Who was the first person to develop a polio vaccine?
Answer:
Jonas Salk developed the first effective polio vaccine in 1955, a breakthrough that drastically reduced the incidence of the disease, saving countless lives.
57
Which country was the first to establish a national park?
Answer:
The United States established Yellowstone as the world’s first national park in 1872, setting a precedent for global conservation efforts to protect natural landscapes.
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Who was the first woman to serve as a Supreme Court justice in the United States?
Answer:
Sandra Day O’Connor became the first woman to serve as a U.S. Supreme Court Justice in 1981, appointed by President Ronald Reagan, breaking a significant gender barrier.
59
Who was the first person to invent the telephone?
Answer:
Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone in 1876, patenting the device that revolutionized communication by enabling voice transmission over long distances.
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Who was the first woman to serve as a head of government in the Muslim world?
Answer:
Benazir Bhutto became the first woman to serve as a head of government in the Muslim world when she was elected Prime Minister of Pakistan on December 2, 1988.