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Very Important General Knowledge Questions for Competitive Exams

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Q :  

Me-Dum-Me Fi is a festival of which state?

(A) Assam

(B) Meghalaya

(C) Manipur

(D) Kerala

Correct Answer : A

Q :  

What is called the "second Buddha"?

(A) Padmasambhava

(B) Maitreya

(C) Avalokiteshwar

(D) Ashwaghosh

Correct Answer : A

Q :  

The biggest museum of the country depicting the story of the development of human civilization and also known as Indira Gandhi Manava Sangrahalaya is situated in -

(A) Bhopal

(B) New Delhi

(C) Mumbai

(D) Ahmadabad

Correct Answer : A

Q :  

Who was the founder of Tattvabodhini Sabha?

(A) Dadabhai Naoroji

(B) Keshav Chandra Sen

(C) Devendranath Tagore

(D) Surendra Nath Banerjee

Correct Answer : C

Q :  

When is the Hiroshima Day observed?

(A) August 5

(B) August 4

(C) August 6

(D) August 3

Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

Hiroshima Day is an annual observance held on August 6 to commemorate the atomic bombing of Hiroshima by the United States in 1945. The bombing killed over 140,000 people and left hundreds of thousands more injured.


Q :  

Chichen Itza is located in which country?

(A) Mexico

(B) United States

(C) Chile

(D) Argentina

Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

Chichen Itza is located in (A) Mexico.

Chichen Itza is a famous archaeological site and ancient city located in the Yucatán Peninsula of Mexico. It was a major center of the Maya civilization and is renowned for its well-preserved pyramid, known as El Castillo. Chichen Itza is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the most visited archaeological sites in Mexico, attracting tourists and researchers interested in exploring the rich history and architecture of the Maya people.


Q :  

World Trade Organization came into existence in……

(A) 1992

(B) 1993

(C) 1994

(D) 1995

Correct Answer : D
Explanation :

The World Trade Organization (WTO) officially came into existence on January 1, 1995. It replaced the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) and was established to facilitate international trade negotiations, resolve trade disputes, and provide a framework for the conduct of international trade. The WTO aims to promote free and fair trade among its member countries by establishing rules and agreements that govern global commerce. It serves as a forum for member nations to negotiate trade agreements and address issues related to trade policies and practices.


Q :  

When did the war of Americans Independence take place?

(A) 1770

(B) 1772

(C) 1774

(D) 1776

Correct Answer : D
Explanation :
The War of American Independence, also known as the American Revolutionary War, took place between 1775 and 1783. Therefore, the correct option is not listed among the provided choices. If we consider the closest option, (D) 1776, it is a significant year within the timeframe of the war as the Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776. The war itself had already begun in 1775.



Q :  

What is the full form of ISI Pakistan?

(A) Inter Services Intelligence

(B) Inter Solution Intelligence

(C) Inter Surgical Improvement

(D) International Survey

Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

The Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) is the premier intelligence agency of Pakistan, responsible for providing critical national security and intelligence assessments to the government. It was established in 1948 and operates under the jurisdiction of the Pakistan Ministry of Defence. The ISI is primarily focused on safeguarding Pakistan's interests, both domestically and internationally, and plays a crucial role in counterintelligence, counterterrorism, and strategic intelligence.


Q :  

Under whose leadership did America achieve independence in 1776 AD?

(A) Abraham Lincoln

(B) Jeorge W. Bush

(C) Jeorge Washington

(D) None of these

Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

America achieved independence in 1776 under the leadership of (C) George Washington. Abraham Lincoln and George W. Bush were Presidents of the United States in later periods, and they were not involved in the events leading to the Declaration of Independence in 1776.


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