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
The 'Order of Independence' (Istiglal) is the highest order of which country?
Answer:
Azerbaijan
The Heydar Aliyev Order is technically the highest, but the Istiglal Order (Order of Independence) was long considered the highest and remains one of the premier orders of Azerbaijan.
2
Which country awards the 'Order of the Lion' as its highest national order?
Answer:
Senegal
The National Order of the Lion is the highest state order of Senegal.
3
The 'Congressional Gold Medal' is awarded by which body?
Answer:
The US Congress
The Congressional Gold Medal is an award bestowed by the United States Congress. Along with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, it is the highest civilian award in the US.
4
Which French order was established by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1802?
Answer:
Légion d'honneur
The Legion of Honour (Légion d'honneur) was established by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1802 and remains the highest French order of merit.
5
The 'Order of King Abdulaziz' is a premier order of merit in which country?
Answer:
Saudi Arabia
The Order of King Abdulaziz is a Saudi Arabian order of merit, named after the founder of the modern Saudi state.
6
Which medal is made from the metal of Russian cannons captured at the Siege of Sevastopol?
Answer:
Victoria Cross
The bronze used to manufacture the Victoria Cross, the highest UK military decoration, is traditionally sourced from Russian cannons captured at the Siege of Sevastopol during the Crimean War.
7
The 'Order of Boyaca' is the highest peacetime decoration of which country?
Answer:
Colombia
The Order of Boyacá is the highest peacetime decoration of Colombia, awarded to military personnel and civilians for distinguished service.
8
Which of these is the third highest military award for valour in India?
Answer:
Vir Chakra
The Vir Chakra is the third-highest honorary gallantry award in India, coming after the Param Vir Chakra and the Maha Vir Chakra.
9
The 'Order of the Rising Sun' was the first national decoration awarded by which government?
Answer:
Japan
The Order of the Rising Sun was established in 1875 by Emperor Meiji and was the first national decoration awarded by the Japanese government.
10
Which Pakistani award is the highest civilian award for bravery?
Answer:
Nishan-e-Shujaat
Nishan-e-Shujaat (Order of Bravery) is the highest civilian award for bravery in Pakistan, awarded for conspicuous acts of gallantry not in the face of the enemy.