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 statement best describes the G20?
Answer:
A leading global forum for economic cooperation and policy coordination
The G20’s primary mission is global economic governance.
2
What kind of forum is the G20 considered?
Answer:
Informal international cooperation forum
The G20 is informal and focuses on economic coordination.
3
What is unique about the G20 compared to other major organizations like the UN?
Answer:
It does not have a permanent secretariat
The G20 is an informal forum without a secretariat.
4
Which sector receives major attention in G20 sustainability discussions?
Answer:
Climate change and green financing
The G20 has increasingly focused on climate-related policies.
5
Which G20 member is considered the world’s second-largest economy?
Answer:
China
China is the world’s second-largest economy.
6
Which G20 participant represents a regional organization instead of a single country?
Answer:
African Union
The AU participates as a full member.
7
Which G20 member has the largest Muslim population?
Answer:
Indonesia
Indonesia has the world’s largest Muslim population.
8
What major global event prompted the elevation of the G20 to a leaders' summit in 2008?
Answer:
Global financial crisis
The financial crisis led to the first leaders’ summit in 2008.
9
What percentage of global GDP is represented by the G20?
Answer:
75–80%
G20 economies account for roughly 80% of global GDP.
10
Which European country is NOT a member of the G20?
Answer:
Spain
Spain is not a member but attends as a permanent guest.