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 team won the Men's Hockey Gold at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics?
Answer:
Belgium
Belgium won their first Olympic Gold medal in men's hockey at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics (played in 2021).
62
In a penalty shootout (modern tie-breaker), how much time does the attacker have to score?
Answer:
8 seconds
In a shoot-out, the attacker starts from the 23m line and has 8 seconds to score against the goalkeeper.
63
Which term describes a method of moving the ball by rotating the stick over the ball rapidly?
Answer:
Indian Dribble
The Indian Dribble is a technique of moving the ball by pushing it alternately from left to right and right to left, popularized by Indian and Pakistani players.
64
What is the maximum weight of a hockey stick allowed by FIH?
Answer:
737 grams
The FIH rules state that a stick must not weigh more than 737 grams (26 ounces).
65
Which material are modern high-level hockey pitches made of?
Answer:
Artificial Turf (AstroTurf)
Since the 1970s, elite hockey is played almost exclusively on artificial turf, which allows for faster play.
66
Where is the headquarters of the International Hockey Federation (FIH) located?
Answer:
Lausanne, Switzerland
The FIH headquarters is located in Lausanne, Switzerland.
67
What is a 'scoop' in hockey?
Answer:
Lifting the ball off the ground by placing the stick head under it
A scoop involves lifting the ball into the air by placing the head of the stick under the ball and shoveling it forward.
68
Who was the captain of the Pakistan team that won the 1994 World Cup?
Answer:
Shahbaz Ahmed
Shahbaz Ahmed, known as the 'Maradona of Hockey', captained Pakistan to their 1994 World Cup victory.
69
Which country is known as the 'Kookaburras' in hockey?
Answer:
Australia
The Australian men's national field hockey team is nicknamed the Kookaburras.
70
What color is the card shown for a permanent expulsion from the match?
Answer:
Red
A Red Card indicates permanent suspension (expulsion) from the rest of the match.