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
Who is the only Nishan-e-Haider recipient who was also awarded the Sword of Honour?
Answer:
Major Shabbir Sharif
Major Shabbir Sharif is unique in that he received both the Sword of Honour (for best cadet at PMA) and the Nishan-e-Haider (highest gallantry award).
2
The 'Zarb-e-Azb' operation was launched in which year?
Answer:
2014
Operation Zarb-e-Azb was a joint military offensive launched by the Pakistan Armed Forces on June 15, 2014, against various militant groups in North Waziristan.
3
What is the rank of the head of the Pakistan Coast Guards?
Answer:
Brigadier
The Director General of the Pakistan Coast Guards is usually a serving Brigadier from the Pakistan Army, unlike the Maritime Security Agency which is headed by a Rear Admiral.
4
Which Pakistan Navy submarine played a pivotal role in the 1971 war by sinking INS Khukri?
Answer:
PNS Hangor
PNS Hangor (S-131) was the Daphne-class submarine that sank the Indian Navy frigate INS Khukri during the 1971 war. It was the first submarine kill since WWII.
5
The headquarters of the Strategic Plans Division (SPD) is located in:
Answer:
Chaklala
The Strategic Plans Division (SPD), which manages Pakistan's nuclear arsenals and strategic assets, is headquartered at Chaklala Garrison in Rawalpindi.
6
Exercise 'Al-Bayza' is associated with which force?
Answer:
Pakistan Army
Exercise 'Al-Bayza' is a series of military exercises conducted by the Pakistan Army (specifically the Bahawalpur Corps) to test operational preparedness.
7
Which country assisted Pakistan in the development of the JF-17 Thunder aircraft?
Answer:
China
The JF-17 Thunder is a multi-role combat aircraft developed jointly by the Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) and the Chengdu Aircraft Corporation (CAC) of China.
8
Who was the first recipient of the Sword of Honour at PMA?
Answer:
Sadiqur Rahman
Gentleman Cadet Sadiqur Rahman (later Brigadier) was the first recipient of the coveted Sword of Honour at the Pakistan Military Academy.
9
The 'Sherdils' is the aerobatics team of which force?
Answer:
Pakistan Air Force
The 'Sherdils' (Lion Hearts) is the official aerobatics display team of the Pakistan Air Force, flying the T-37 Tweet aircraft.
10
What is the primary role of the FC (Frontier Corps)?
Answer:
Border Security in West
The Frontier Corps (FC) is a paramilitary force primarily responsible for maintaining law and order and border security in the western provinces of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan.