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 is the only planet in our solar system that rotates clockwise?
Answer:
Venus
Venus is the only planet in our solar system that rotates clockwise (retrograde rotation) on its axis; all other planets rotate counter-clockwise.
2
What is the fastest racket sport in the world?
Answer:
Badminton
Badminton holds the record for the fastest racket sport, with shuttlecock smash speeds recorded at over 400 km/h (much faster than tennis serves).
3
What is the largest rodent in the world?
Answer:
Capybara
The Capybara, native to South America, is the world's largest rodent, standing about 60 cm tall at the shoulder and weighing up to 66 kg.
4
Which dog breed is generally recognized as the fastest?
Answer:
Greyhound
The Greyhound is the fastest dog breed, capable of reaching speeds of up to 45 mph (72 km/h) within a few strides.
5
What is the most expensive car ever sold at auction?
Answer:
Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé
A 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé was sold at auction in 2022 for €135 million ($142 million), making it the most expensive car ever sold.
6
Who holds the record for the most F1 World Drivers' Championship titles?
Answer:
Lewis Hamilton and Michael Schumacher
Lewis Hamilton (UK) and Michael Schumacher (Germany) share the record for the most Formula One World Drivers' Championship titles, with 7 wins each.
7
What is the longest bridge in the world?
Answer:
Danyang–Kunshan Grand Bridge
The Danyang–Kunshan Grand Bridge in China is the world's longest bridge, a viaduct on the Beijing–Shanghai High-Speed Railway measuring 164.8 km (102.4 miles).
8
Who is the youngest person to ever travel to space?
Answer:
Oliver Daemen
Oliver Daemen (Netherlands) became the youngest person to travel to space at age 18 when he flew on the Blue Origin New Shepard flight in 2021.
9
What is the largest stadium in the world by capacity (all sports)?
Answer:
Rungrado 1st of May Stadium
The Rungrado 1st of May Stadium in Pyongyang, North Korea, is officially the largest stadium in the world by capacity, capable of holding around 114,000 to 150,000 people depending on configuration.
10
Who holds the record for the highest individual Test cricket score?
Answer:
Brian Lara
West Indies cricket legend Brian Lara holds the record for the highest individual score in Test cricket, scoring 400 not out against England in 2004.