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
1
Which of these councils forms the core governing structure of the CoE?
Answer:
Committee of Ministers
The Committee of Ministers is the CoE’s principal decision-making body.
2
Which of the following fields is NOT a primary focus of the Council of Europe?
Answer:
Currency regulation
Currency and monetary policy are EU responsibilities, not CoE responsibilities.
3
Which Council of Europe convention aims to combat violence against women?
Answer:
Istanbul Convention
The Istanbul Convention focuses on preventing violence against women and domestic violence.
4
The Council of Europe and the European Union are:
Answer:
Separate entities with different roles
The CoE focuses on human rights, while the EU is a political and economic union.
5
The Council of Europe’s human rights commissioner is responsible for:
Answer:
Promoting awareness and protection of human rights
The Commissioner works independently to advocate for human rights.
6
Which organ elects judges to the European Court of Human Rights?
Answer:
Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe
The Parliamentary Assembly elects ECtHR judges from lists nominated by states.
7
What is the significance of the European Social Charter?
Answer:
It guarantees social and economic rights
The Charter complements the ECHR by establishing social protections.
8
Which country was among the founding members of the Council of Europe?
Answer:
Italy
Ten original members founded the CoE, including Italy, France, and the UK.
9
What is the official working language of the Council of Europe?
Answer:
English and French
Both languages are used for official communication and documents.
10
Which of the following is a well-known Council of Europe convention on cybersecurity?
Answer:
Budapest Convention
The Budapest Convention is the leading international treaty on cybercrime.