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
What is the capital of South Sudan?
Answer:
Juba
Juba is the capital and largest city of South Sudan.
2
Tamás Sulyok became the President of which country in March 2024?
Answer:
Hungary
Tamás Sulyok was elected President of Hungary in 2024 following the resignation of Katalin Novák.
3
Who is the current President of the European Commission, re-elected for a second term in 2024?
Answer:
Ursula von der Leyen
Ursula von der Leyen was re-elected by the European Parliament for a second five-year term as President of the European Commission in July 2024.
4
To Lam served briefly as President before becoming the General Secretary of the Communist Party of which country in 2024?
Answer:
Vietnam
To Lam served as President of Vietnam from May to October 2024, but his primary role became General Secretary of the Communist Party following the death of Nguyen Phu Trong.
5
Which ruling party won the parliamentary elections in Georgia (country) in October 2024?
Answer:
Georgian Dream
The ruling Georgian Dream party secured a majority in the disputed parliamentary elections held in October 2024.
6
Daniel Chapo was declared the winner of the presidential election in which African country in October 2024?
Answer:
Mozambique
Daniel Chapo of the ruling Frelimo party was declared the winner of Mozambique's presidential election in October 2024.
7
Who was sworn in as the President of Tunisia for a second term in October 2024?
Answer:
Kais Saied
Kais Saied was re-elected as President of Tunisia with a landslide victory in the October 2024 election.
8
Eluned Morgan became the first female First Minister of which region in August 2024?
Answer:
Wales
Eluned Morgan was appointed as the First Minister of Wales in August 2024, succeeding Vaughan Gething.
9
John Swinney became the First Minister of which UK nation in May 2024?
Answer:
Scotland
John Swinney became the leader of the SNP and First Minister of Scotland in May 2024, succeeding Humza Yousaf.
10
In 2024, Egypt has been gradually shifting government offices to its 'New Administrative Capital', located east of:
Answer:
Cairo
The New Administrative Capital (NAC) is a large-scale project located approximately 45km east of Cairo.