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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When did Mahmud of Ghazni launch his famous expedition against Somnath?
Answer:
1025 AD
Mahmud of Ghazni's famous expedition to the Somnath temple took place in 1025-1026 AD.
62
When did the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the United States occur?
Answer:
2001
The terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon occurred on September 11, 2001, triggering the Global War on Terror.
63
The Kargil War between India and Pakistan took place in:
Answer:
1999
The Kargil conflict took place during May-July 1999 in the Kargil district of Kashmir.
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When did Pakistan conduct its first nuclear tests (Youm-e-Takbir)?
Answer:
May 1998
Pakistan conducted successful nuclear tests on May 28, 1998, in the Chagai district of Balochistan, in response to Indian tests earlier that month.
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In which year did the Berlin Wall fall, symbolizing the end of the Cold War?
Answer:
1989
The Berlin Wall fell on November 9, 1989, symbolizing the collapse of communism in Eastern Europe and the approaching end of the Cold War.
66
When did the Soviet Union invade Afghanistan, starting a decade-long conflict?
Answer:
1979
The Soviet Union invaded Afghanistan in December 1979, leading to a long proxy war involving the Afghan Mujahideen backed by the US and Pakistan.
67
The current Constitution of Pakistan was adopted in:
Answer:
1973
The Constitution of 1973 was passed by the National Assembly on April 10, 1973, and came into effect on August 14, 1973.
68
East Pakistan separated to become Bangladesh in which year?
Answer:
1971
East Pakistan became the independent nation of Bangladesh on December 16, 1971, following the surrender of Pakistani forces in Dhaka.
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When did the 1965 Indo-Pak War begin?
Answer:
September 1965
The full-scale Indo-Pak War of 1965 began on September 6, 1965, when Indian troops crossed the international border.
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The Indus Waters Treaty between Pakistan and India was signed in which year?
Answer:
1960
The Indus Waters Treaty was signed in Karachi on September 19, 1960, brokered by the World Bank, to regulate water sharing between the two nations.