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 Asian Games edition saw the introduction of the 'MVP' (Most Valuable Player) award?
Answer:
1998 Bangkok
The Samsung MVP award was first introduced at the 1998 Bangkok Asian Games to honor the most outstanding athlete of the tournament. Koji Ito of Japan was the first winner.
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What was the first city to host the Asian Games twice?
Answer:
Bangkok
Bangkok hosted the Asian Games for the second time in 1970 (having first hosted in 1966), becoming the first city to do so. New Delhi hosted its second games later in 1982.
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In which year did the Asian Games frequency switch to being held two years before the Olympics (even years)?
Answer:
It has always been 2 years before the Summer Olympics
The Asian Games are traditionally held every four years in the even years between the Summer Olympic Games (e.g., Olympics 2020, Asian Games 2022, Olympics 2024).
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Which athlete holds the record for the most medals won in a single Asian Games edition?
Answer:
So Gin-man
North Korean shooter So Gin-man holds the record for the most medals in a single edition, winning 7 gold and 1 silver (8 total) at the 1982 New Delhi Games.
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Who officially opened the 2022 Asian Games in Hangzhou?
Answer:
Xi Jinping
Chinese President Xi Jinping officially declared the 19th Asian Games open during the ceremony at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center Stadium.
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At the 2018 Asian Games, which sport saw a unified Korea (North and South) team win a gold medal?
Answer:
Dragon Boat Racing
A unified Korean team (COR) won a historic gold medal in the women's 500m Dragon Boat race at the 2018 Asian Games.
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Which sport is Sepak Takraw native to, which dominates the Asian Games events?
Answer:
Southeast Asia (Thailand/Malaysia)
Sepak Takraw (kick volleyball) is native to Southeast Asia. Thailand is the most dominant nation in this sport at the Asian Games.
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What are the mascots of the 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games collectively known as?
Answer:
Memories of Jiangnan
The three robot mascots—Chenchen, Congcong, and Lianlian—are collectively known as the 'Memories of Jiangnan,' representing the culture and history of the host region.
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Who was the first Indian woman to win a gold medal at the Asian Games?
Answer:
Kamaljeet Sandhu
Kamaljeet Sandhu created history by winning the gold medal in the 400m race at the 1970 Bangkok Asian Games, becoming the first Indian woman to do so.
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Which country is no longer a part of the Asian Games and now competes in European championships?
Answer:
Israel
Israel participated in the Asian Games from 1954 to 1974 but was excluded from the OCA in 1981 due to political reasons. Israel now competes in European sporting events.