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General Knowledge MCQs

The Paris Pact (Kellogg-Briand Pact) was signed in _____.

  • A. 1924
  • B. 1928
  • C. 1932
  • D. 1936
Explanation:
It was signed in 1928 to renounce war.

The Balfour Declaration (1917) announced the establishment of a Jewish homeland in _____.

  • A. Geneva
  • B. Washington
  • C. Palestine
  • D. Paris
Explanation:
It supported a Jewish homeland in Palestine.

The “Big Four” (USA, UK, France, USSR) are associated with _____.

  • A. World War I
  • B. World War II
  • C. WTO
  • D. League of Nations
Explanation:
These countries were key Allied powers in WWII.

Who coined the phrase “Knowledge is power”?

  • A. Stalin
  • B. Francis Bacon
  • C. Jefferson
  • D. Keats
Explanation:
Francis Bacon popularized this phrase.

The Pulitzer Prize is awarded for _____.

  • A. Journalism and literature
  • B. Scientific achievement
  • C. Contribution to world peace
  • D. Literature only
Explanation:
It recognizes excellence in journalism and literature.

A non-member who can participate in proceedings of either House of Parliament is the _____.

  • A. Vice President
  • B. Chief Justice
  • C. Attorney General
  • D. Chief Election Commissioner
Explanation:
The Attorney General can participate but cannot vote.

The Pyramids of Egypt are believed to have been built more than _____ ago.

  • A. 2000 years
  • B. 3000 years
  • C. 4000 years
  • D. 5000 years
Explanation:
The pyramids date back over 4000 years to ancient Egypt.

The husband of the Queen of the UK is called _____.

  • A. Duke of UK
  • B. Duke of Edinburgh
  • C. Duke of Wellington
  • D. None of these
Explanation:
Prince Philip held this title.

Seraglio refers to _____.

  • A. Sultan’s residence in Istanbul
  • B. A roof opening
  • C. Pillar type
  • D. Escape passage
Explanation:
Seraglio refers to Ottoman palace complexes.

Which is considered the first democratic country?

  • A. USA
  • B. Russia
  • C. UK
  • D. India
Explanation:
The UK developed early parliamentary democracy.