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 German decoration was re-established in 2008 as the 'Cross of Honour for Valour'?
Answer:
Ehrenkreuz der Bundeswehr für Tapferkeit
The Ehrenkreuz der Bundeswehr für Tapferkeit (Cross of Honour for Valour) is the first combat valour award presented by Germany since World War II, established in 2008.
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The 'Silver Star' is the third-highest military combat decoration of which country?
Answer:
United States
The Silver Star Medal is the United States Armed Forces' third-highest personal decoration for valor in combat. It ranks below the Medal of Honor and the Service Crosses (Navy Cross, DSC, Air Force Cross).
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The 'Order of the Rising Sun' is a prominent order awarded by which country?
Answer:
Japan
The Order of the Rising Sun is a Japanese order, established in 1875. It is the third highest order bestowed by the Japanese government, but the most commonly awarded high-level order for civil merit.
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Which medal did audits reveal was awarded more often to pigeon messengers than to human soldiers in some specific historical contexts (hyperbolically speaking)?
Answer:
Dickin Medal
The Dickin Medal is an award for animals that have displayed conspicuous gallantry or devotion to duty while serving with the armed forces. It is often referred to as 'the animals' Victoria Cross'. Pigeons have received it 32 times.
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In the UK honours system, what does 'OBE' stand for?
Answer:
Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire
OBE stands for Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire. It is a grade within the Order of the British Empire, ranking above Member (MBE) and below Commander (CBE).
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Which award is the second highest military decoration in India, after the Param Vir Chakra?
Answer:
Maha Vir Chakra
The Maha Vir Chakra (MVC) is the second highest military decoration in India, awarded for acts of conspicuous gallantry in the presence of the enemy, whether on land, at sea, or in the air.
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The 'Order of St. Andrew' was reinstated in 1998 as the highest civilian order of which country?
Answer:
Russia
The Order of St. Andrew the Apostle the First-Called is the highest order of the Russian Federation. It was originally established by Peter the Great in 1698 and reinstated in 1998.
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Which medal is made from the bronze of cannons captured from the Russians during the Siege of Sevastopol?
Answer:
Victoria Cross
Tradition holds that the bronze used to make all Victoria Cross medals comes from Russian cannons captured at the Siege of Sevastopol during the Crimean War.
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The 'Order of the Elephant' is the highest order of chivalry in which country?
Answer:
Denmark
The Order of the Elephant is the highest and oldest order of chivalry in Denmark. It is rarely awarded and is usually reserved for royalty and heads of state.
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The 'Bronze Star Medal' is a United States decoration awarded for what?
Answer:
Heroic or meritorious achievement in a combat zone
The Bronze Star Medal is a United States decoration awarded to members of the armed forces for heroic or meritorious achievement or service in a combat zone. It is the fourth-highest combat award of the U.S. Armed Forces.