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 airline is the flag carrier of Saudi Arabia?
Answer:
Saudia
Saudia, formerly known as Saudi Arabian Airlines, is the flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, based in Jeddah.
2
Which major aircraft manufacturer is based in Canada and known for business jets?
Answer:
Bombardier
Bombardier Aviation is a division of Bombardier Inc., a Canadian company. It is a leading manufacturer of business jets, such as the Challenger and Global series.
3
Which airline is owned by the Tata Group?
Answer:
Air India
Air India was officially handed over to the Tata Group in January 2022, returning the airline to its original founders after decades of government control.
4
What is the name of the airport in Beijing with the code 'PEK'?
Answer:
Beijing Capital International Airport
PEK is the historic IATA code for Beijing Capital International Airport. The newer Beijing Daxing airport uses the code PKX.
5
Which airline is the flag carrier of Spain?
Answer:
Iberia
Iberia is the flag carrier airline of Spain. It is based in Madrid and operates from its hub at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport.
6
Which Asian city is served by Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)?
Answer:
New Delhi
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) serves New Delhi, the capital of India. It is the busiest airport in India.
7
Which airline uses the callsign 'Speedbird'?
Answer:
British Airways
'Speedbird' is the callsign for British Airways. It originates from the Speedbird logo used by its predecessor, BOAC.
8
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is located in which country?
Answer:
Canada
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) serves Toronto, Ontario, and is the busiest airport in Canada.
9
Which airport serves as the main hub for Avianca?
Answer:
El Dorado International Airport
El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogotá, Colombia, is the primary hub for Avianca, the second oldest airline in the world.
10
Which now-defunct airline was once the unofficial flag carrier of the United States and famous for its blue globe logo?
Answer:
Pan Am
Pan American World Airways (Pan Am) was the principal and largest international air carrier in the United States from 1927 until its collapse in 1991. It was a cultural icon of the 20th century.