General knowledge MCQ – Change your future

161. Which of the following states does not share the border with Myanmar? [SBI PO Examination-2009]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (B) Assam.

Exam Relevance: SBI PO, IBPS PO, UPSC Civil Services

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: Assam does not share a border with Myanmar. The states that share borders with Myanmar are Nagaland, Mizoram, and Manipur.

Common Mistakes: Students may mistakenly believe that Assam shares a border with Myanmar due to its proximity to the northeastern states that do share borders with Myanmar.

Explanations: Assam is located in the northeastern part of India but does not share a direct border with Myanmar. The states that do share borders with Myanmar are Nagaland, Mizoram, and Manipur. This geographical fact is important for understanding the geopolitical landscape of the region.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Nagaland shares a border with Myanmar.
Option B: Assam does not share a border with Myanmar.
Option C: Mizoram shares a border with Myanmar.
Option D: Manipur shares a border with Myanmar.

Mnemonic: NMM for Myanmar border states: Nagaland, Mizoram, Manipur.

162. In which place does these unique animals like kangaroos and koalas live? [Defence s Examination-2020]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) Australia.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, GRE, GMAT, SAT

Difficulty: Very Easy

Concept notes: Kangaroos and koalas are unique to Australia.

Common Mistakes: Students might confuse these animals with other regions, such as Africa, which has its own unique fauna.

Explanations: Kangaroos and koalas are native to Australia and are not found naturally in any other part of the world. Australia is known for its unique wildlife, which includes these iconic animals.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Austria is not known for kangaroos or koalas.
Option B: Africa has its own unique wildlife, but not kangaroos or koalas.
Option C: Antarctica is a cold, uninhabitable continent for these animals.
Option D: Australia is the correct answer as it is the only place where kangaroos and koalas are naturally found.

Mnemonic: Kangaroos and koalas, only in Oz.

163. When was the Attack on Pearl Harbor? [UPPSC Examination-2008]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (B) December 7th, 1941.

Exam Relevance: UPPSC, UPSC, SSC, Banking Exams

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: The Attack on Pearl Harbor occurred on December 7th, 1941, when the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service conducted a surprise military strike against the United States naval base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the exact date, often mixing up the day or year.

Explanations: The Attack on Pearl Harbor is a significant historical event that marked the entry of the United States into World War II. The date, December 7th, 1941, is well-documented and widely recognized in historical records and textbooks. This event led to the United States declaring war on Japan the following day, December 8th, 1941.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Incorrect, as the attack did not occur on December 6th, 1941.
Option B: Correct, as the attack occurred on December 7th, 1941.
Option C: Incorrect, as December 8th, 1941, was the day the United States declared war on Japan.
Option D: Incorrect, as the attack did not occur on December 9th, 1941.

164. The Government of India is planning to revive which of the following types of banks by infusing fresh capital? [UPSC ESE Examination-2004]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (C) Regional Rural Banks.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Banking Exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The Government of India has historically focused on reviving Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) by infusing fresh capital to ensure their stability and continued service to rural areas.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the types of banks and their specific roles in the Indian banking system.

Explanations: Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) are a type of bank in India that primarily serve rural areas. The Government of India has taken initiatives to infuse fresh capital into RRBs to ensure their financial stability and to continue providing essential banking services to rural communities. This is part of the broader strategy to strengthen the rural economy and financial inclusion.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Public Sector Banks are not the focus of this specific initiative as mentioned in the question.
Option B: Private Sector Banks are not the focus of this specific initiative as mentioned in the question.
Option C: Regional Rural Banks are the focus of the Government's initiative to infuse fresh capital.
Option D: Developmental Institutes who have converted themselves into Banks are not the focus of this specific initiative as mentioned in the question.

Mnemonic: RRB - Revive Rural Banking

165. Who is the Indian freedom fighter known as "Bapu"? [Haryana Public Service Commission Examination-1997]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (A) Mahatma Gandhi.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Haryana Public Service Commission

Difficulty: Very Easy

Concept notes: Mahatma Gandhi is often referred to as "Bapu," which means "father" in Hindi, due to his significant role in the Indian independence movement.

Common Mistakes: Students might confuse "Bapu" with other Indian leaders who were also influential during the independence movement.

Explanations: Mahatma Gandhi is widely known as "Bapu" because of his pivotal role in the Indian independence movement and his deep connection with the Indian people. The term "Bapu" signifies respect and affection, reflecting his status as a revered figure in Indian history.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. Mahatma Gandhi is known as "Bapu."
Option B: Incorrect. Rajendra Prasad was the first President of India, not known as "Bapu."
Option C: Incorrect. Rabindranath Tagore was a renowned poet and writer, not known as "Bapu."
Option D: Incorrect. Bal Gangadhar Tilak was a prominent Indian nationalist, but he is not known as "Bapu."

Mnemonic: Bapu = Father = Gandhi

166. Who was the First Governor General of Independent India? [IBPS Clerk Examination-1993]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) Lord Mount Batten.

Exam Relevance: IBPS Clerk, UPSC, SSC

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: Lord Mountbatten was the last Viceroy of British India and the first Governor-General of independent India.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse Lord Mountbatten with other prominent figures of the independence era, such as Dr. Rajendra Prasad or Mahatma Gandhi.

Explanations: Lord Mountbatten was appointed as the last Viceroy of British India and continued in the role as the first Governor-General of independent India after the transfer of power on August 15, 1947. This role was crucial in the transition from British rule to an independent nation.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Dr. Rajendra Prasad was the first President of India, not the first Governor-General.
Option B: Dr. S. Radhakrishnan was the second President of India, not the first Governor-General.
Option C: Mahatma Gandhi was a prominent leader in the Indian independence movement but never held the position of Governor-General.
Option D: Lord Mountbatten was the first Governor-General of independent India.

Mnemonic: Mount Batten, First in Line

167. Consider the following Statements: Buddhism strictly enforced the caste system. Some of the Native Americans moved willingly to reservations. P V Sindhu is a well known tennis player Which of the following statement(s) is/are true? [Haryana School Education Department Examination-2021]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (A) Only 2,.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Bank PO

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: The correct answer is based on the historical and factual accuracy of the given statements.

Common Mistakes: Students may incorrectly assume that Buddhism strictly enforced the caste system or that P V Sindhu is a tennis player, leading to confusion.

Explanations: Buddhism did not strictly enforce the caste system; in fact, it often challenged and sought to transcend the caste system prevalent in ancient India. Some Native Americans did move to reservations willingly, although many were forcibly relocated. P V Sindhu is a well-known badminton player, not a tennis player. Therefore, only the second statement is true.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Only the second statement is true, which aligns with the correct answer.
Option B: This option includes all three statements, which is incorrect.
Option C: This option includes the second and third statements, but the third statement is false.
Option D: This option includes the first and third statements, both of which are false.

168. About how long does it take Earth to make one complete orbit (revolution) around the Sun? [SSC MTS Examination-1987]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) 1 year.

Exam Relevance: SSC MTS, UPSC, GRE, GMAT

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: The Earth takes approximately one year to complete one orbit around the Sun.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the time it takes for Earth to rotate on its axis (24 hours) with the time it takes to orbit the Sun.

Explanations: The Earth revolves around the Sun in an elliptical orbit, completing one full revolution in about 365.25 days, which is approximately one year. This period is known as a sidereal year.

Option Analysis:

Option A: 24 hours is the time it takes for Earth to rotate once on its axis, not to orbit the Sun.
Option B: 7 days is the length of a week, not the time for Earth to orbit the Sun.
Option C: 1 month is the approximate duration of a lunar cycle, not the time for Earth to orbit the Sun.
Option D: 1 year is the correct time for Earth to complete one orbit around the Sun.

169. Many of the traditions of Islam were influenced by which other religions? [ESIC Kerala Examination-2013]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (C) Christianity and Judaism.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Banking Exams, Civil Services

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: Islam, as a monotheistic religion, shares many beliefs and practices with Christianity and Judaism, which are also monotheistic religions.

Common Mistakes: Students may mistakenly believe that other religions like Hinduism or Buddhism have had a significant influence on Islamic traditions.

Explanations: Islam shares many foundational beliefs and practices with Christianity and Judaism, such as the belief in one God, the importance of prophets, and certain moral and ethical teachings. These similarities are due to the historical and cultural context in which Islam developed, which was heavily influenced by the presence of Christian and Jewish communities in the Arabian Peninsula.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Hinduism and Judaism do not share the same monotheistic beliefs as Islam, making this option incorrect.
Option B: Buddhism is not a monotheistic religion and does not share the same foundational beliefs as Islam, making this option incorrect.
Option C: Christianity and Judaism are monotheistic religions that share many foundational beliefs and practices with Islam, making this the correct answer.
Option D: Zoroastrianism, while influential in the region, does not share the same monotheistic beliefs as Islam, making this option incorrect.

Mnemonic: CJ for Christianity and Judaism

170. The Ancient Chinese also invented the ..... [Kerala PSC Examination-2011]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (C) Compass.

Exam Relevance: Kerala PSC, UPSC, SSC, Civil Services

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: The compass is an ancient Chinese invention that revolutionized navigation and exploration.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the invention of the compass with other ancient inventions or modern technologies.

Explanations: The compass was invented during the Han Dynasty in China, around the 2nd century BCE. It was initially used for divination and geomancy but later became a crucial tool for navigation. The Ancient Chinese developed the magnetic compass, which uses a magnetized needle to point in the direction of the magnetic north pole. This invention greatly facilitated maritime navigation and exploration, leading to significant advancements in trade and cultural exchange.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Continents are not inventions; they are natural landmasses on Earth.
Option B: The telephone was invented by Alexander Graham Bell in the 19th century, not by the Ancient Chinese.
Option C: The compass was invented by the Ancient Chinese and is a significant contribution to navigation and exploration.
Option D: Cars were invented in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, long after the Ancient Chinese period.

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