General Knowledge (GK) 2023-24: GK Questions, Topics, Mock Test, Practice Quiz
Which country celebrates its Independence day on January 4th?
(A) Pakistan
(B) Myanmar
(C) Malaysia
(D) Indonesia
Correct Answer : B
Joint Military exercise 'Exercise Ekuverin' is held between India and-
(A) Bangladesh
(B) Indonesia
(C) Maldives
(D) Malaysia
(E) Sri Lanka
Correct Answer : C
Which railway station has become the nation's first energy-efficient station?
(A) Bhopal
(B) Varanasi
(C) Vadodara
(D) Jodhpur
(E) Kacheguda
Correct Answer : E
A seven-sided polygon is called ______
(A) Nonagon
(B) Hexagon
(C) Heptagon
(D) Octagon
Correct Answer : C
The Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) is observed in __________
(A) 12 January
(B) 14 January
(C) 15 January
(D) 9 January
Correct Answer : D
Which is called the City of Destiny?
(A) Goa
(B) Visakhapatnam
(C) Kolkata
(D) Mumbai
Correct Answer : B
Explanation :
Visakhapatnam, located in the state of Andhra Pradesh in India, is often referred to as the "City of Destiny." The nickname is associated with the city's rapid growth, development, and its strategic importance as a major port on the eastern coast of India. Visakhapatnam is known for its natural beauty, picturesque beaches, and as an emerging industrial and economic hub in the region. The title "City of Destiny" reflects the optimism and aspirations associated with the city's future prospects and development.
What is the shape of the Earth?
(A) Perfect hemisphere
(B) Mostly flat
(C) Perfect Sphere
(D) Oblate Sphere
Correct Answer : D
Explanation :
The Earth is not a perfect sphere but is slightly flattened at the poles and bulging at the equator due to its rotation. This shape is often referred to as an oblate spheroid, meaning it is mostly spherical but slightly flattened at the poles and slightly bulging at the equator. The flattening is a result of the Earth's rotation, which causes it to be slightly compressed along its axis.
What is the desert adjoining the Thar desert called in Pakistan?
(A) Gobi
(B) Cholistan
(C) Sukkur
(D) Mirpur
Correct Answer : B
Explanation :
Cholistan, also known as the Rohi Desert, is a desert region located in the southern part of Punjab province in Pakistan, adjacent to the eastern edge of the Thar Desert. It is known for its unique landscape, sand dunes, and traditional culture of the Cholistan people.
Which state govt. has decided to form 'good morning' squads to monitor and prevent open defecation?
(A) Delhi Govt.
(B) Madhya Pradesh Govt.
(C) Haryana Govt.
(D) Bihar Govt.
(E) Maharashtra Govt.
Correct Answer : E
What was the name of the first person in India who was given an Aadhaar Identity number?
(A) Ajay Sudhakarrao Pande
(B) Sanjana Sonawane
(C) Atul Sudhakarrao Pande
(D) Ranjana Sonawane
(E) Ranjana Pande
Correct Answer : D
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