General knowledge MCQ – Change your future

501. Which one of the following countries has failed to qualify for the first time in 60 years for the FIFA World Cup to be held in Russia in the year 2018? [General Knowledge for IBPS RRB (CWE RRB) Examination-2020]

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

Exam Relevance: IBPS RRB, UPSC, SSC, Banking Exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: Italy failed to qualify for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, marking the first time in 60 years that the country did not participate in the tournament.

Common Mistakes: Students might confuse the historical context of Italy's participation in the FIFA World Cup with other countries' records.

Explanations: Italy, a traditional powerhouse in football, had qualified for every FIFA World Cup since 1934. However, in 2018, Italy failed to qualify for the tournament, which was held in Russia. This was a significant event in football history, as it marked the first time in 60 years that Italy did not participate in the World Cup. The failure to qualify was a result of Italy's poor performance in the qualification rounds, where they finished second in their group behind Sweden.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Mexico has consistently qualified for the FIFA World Cup and did not miss the 2018 tournament.
Option B: Iran also qualified for the 2018 FIFA World Cup, making it to the tournament for the first time since 1978.
Option C: Saudi Arabia qualified for the 2018 FIFA World Cup, marking their first appearance since 2006.
Option D: Italy failed to qualify for the 2018 FIFA World Cup, marking the first time in 60 years that the country did not participate in the tournament.

502. As per UNDP's Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) pockets of poverty are found across India, but MPI is particularly acute and significant in the state of-I. Bihar II. Madhya Pradesh III. Rajasthan IV. Uttar Pradesh V. JharkhandCorrect code is [General Knowledge for Syndicate Bank(PGDBF) Examination-1993]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (A) I, II, IV and V only.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Bank PO, Syndicate Bank

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) measures poverty beyond income, considering factors like health, education, and living standards. The question asks for states in India where MPI is particularly acute and significant.

Common Mistakes: Students might mistakenly include Rajasthan (III) if they are not aware of the specific states identified by the UNDP's MPI.

Explanations: The UNDP's Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) identifies states in India where poverty is particularly acute and significant. According to the MPI, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Jharkhand are states with high levels of multidimensional poverty. Rajasthan, while having pockets of poverty, is not as significantly affected as the other states listed. Therefore, the correct answer includes Bihar (I), Madhya Pradesh (II), Uttar Pradesh (IV), and Jharkhand (V).

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. The states listed are Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and Jharkhand.
Option B: Incorrect. Includes Rajasthan, which is not as significantly affected by multidimensional poverty.
Option C: Incorrect. Does not include Uttar Pradesh, which is significantly affected by multidimensional poverty.
Option D: Incorrect. Includes Rajasthan, which is not as significantly affected by multidimensional poverty.

Mnemonic: BMPUJ: Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand

503. On which date did the first world war start? [Circle Postal Rajasthan Examination-2016]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (C) 28 July1914.

Exam Relevance: Postal Exams, UPSC, SSC, Bank Exams

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: The start date of World War I is a well-known historical fact.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the date with other significant historical events or dates.

Explanations: World War I began on 28 July 1914, following the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria. This event triggered a series of diplomatic crises and military mobilizations that led to the outbreak of the war.

Option Analysis:

Option A: 31 May 1914 is incorrect as it predates the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
Option B: 18 July 1904 is incorrect as it is not related to the start of World War I.
Option C: 28 July 1914 is the correct date when World War I began.
Option D: 7 April 1910 is incorrect as it is not related to the start of World War I.

504. Capital of Chhatisgarh [Indian Information Service (IIS) Examination-2008]

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

Exam Relevance: IAS, UPSC, IIS, SSC, Banking Exams

Difficulty: Very Easy

Concept notes: The capital of Chhattisgarh is Raipur.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the capital of Chhattisgarh with other cities in India, such as Jaipur or Kanpur.

Explanations: Chhattisgarh is a state in central India, and its capital is Raipur. Raipur is the largest city in the state and serves as the administrative, economic, and cultural center.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan, not Chhattisgarh.
Option B: Raipur is the correct capital of Chhattisgarh.
Option C: Kanpur is a city in Uttar Pradesh, not Chhattisgarh.
Option D: This option is incorrect as Raipur is the capital of Chhattisgarh.

Mnemonic: R for Raipur, R for Chhattisgarh.

505. Consider the following Statements: The force created by a person's actions is called karma. The main source of income for the French was fur trading. Directive Principles aim to establish political democracy. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true? [Karnataka Forest Department Examination-2018]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (A) Only 1, 2.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Banking Exams, State PSC

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The question tests knowledge of general concepts related to karma, French history, and the Indian Constitution.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the role of Directive Principles in the Indian Constitution, leading to incorrect selection of option 3.

Explanations: Statement 1 is true: Karma refers to the force created by a person's actions, which is a concept in Hinduism and Buddhism. Statement 2 is true: The French, particularly in North America, relied heavily on fur trading as a primary source of income during the colonial period. Statement 3 is false: Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution aim to guide the state in the formation of policies and governance, not specifically to establish political democracy.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct, as statements 1 and 2 are true.
Option B: Incorrect, as statement 3 is false.
Option C: Incorrect, as statement 3 is false.
Option D: Incorrect, as statement 1 is true, but statement 3 is false.

Mnemonic: Karma-Fur-False

506. This is the world's largest river. [Karnataka TET Examination-2001]

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

Exam Relevance: UPSC, GRE, GMAT, SAT

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: The Amazon River is the world's largest river by discharge of water and is located in South America.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the Amazon River with the Mississippi River, which is the second-largest river in the United States by discharge.

Explanations: The Amazon River is the world's largest river by volume of water discharged into the ocean. It has a vast drainage basin that covers much of northern South America and is known for its biodiversity and ecological importance.

Option Analysis:

Option A: The Mississippi River is the second-largest river in the United States by discharge, but it is not the world's largest river.
Option B: The Rhine is a major European river, but it is not the world's largest river.
Option C: The Amazon River is the world's largest river by discharge of water.
Option D: The Ganges is a major river in India, but it is not the world's largest river.

Mnemonic: A: Amazon, Always Awesome

507. Which of the following is not a tool of legislative control over administration in india? [General Knowledge for ICICI Bank Examination-2015]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (A) Dissoluton of House.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Banking Exams, State PSC

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The dissolution of the House is not a tool of legislative control over administration in India. Legislative control over administration includes mechanisms such as questions, resolutions, and no-confidence motions.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the dissolution of the House with a tool of legislative control, as it involves the legislative body, but it is actually a constitutional process that ends the current legislative session.

Explanations: The dissolution of the House is a constitutional process that ends the current legislative session and leads to new elections. It is not a tool used by the legislature to control or oversee the administration. On the other hand, questions, resolutions, and no-confidence motions are direct mechanisms used by the legislature to monitor and influence the actions of the executive branch.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Dissolution of the House is a constitutional process that ends the current legislative session and leads to new elections. It is not a tool of legislative control over the administration.
Option B: Resolutions are a tool used by the legislature to express opinions or make recommendations to the government, thus serving as a form of legislative control.
Option C: Questions are a tool used by members of the legislature to seek information from the government, thereby exercising legislative control.
Option D: No-confidence motions are a tool used by the legislature to express dissatisfaction with the government, potentially leading to its resignation, thus serving as a form of legislative control.

Mnemonic: Dissolution ends, not controls.

508. ..... an English author who spent some of his life as a child and young adult in India. His time in India and the culture there inspired much of his writing. He is most known for his Just So stories and The Jungle Book. [CDS Examination-2015]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) Rudyard Kipling.

Exam Relevance: CDS, UPSC, SSC

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: Rudyard Kipling was an English author known for his works inspired by his time in India.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse Rudyard Kipling with other historical figures who also spent time in India, such as Mohandas Gandhi.

Explanations: Rudyard Kipling was an English author who spent significant time in India during his childhood and young adulthood. His experiences in India greatly influenced his writing, leading to the creation of famous works such as "The Jungle Book" and the "Just So Stories." These works often reflect the culture and environment of India, making Kipling a notable figure in literature with a strong connection to the country.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Gautam Buddha was an ancient Indian spiritual leader and not an English author.
Option B: Guru Nanak was the founder of Sikhism and not an English author.
Option C: Mohandas Gandhi was a political and spiritual leader of India and not an English author.
Option D: Rudyard Kipling was an English author who spent time in India and wrote extensively about the country.

Mnemonic: Rudyard Kipling, Jungle Book, India

509. Consider the following Statements: Horse is carnivores animal India is a democratic country. Micheal Jackson was a star since his childhood days. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true? [PO SBI Examination-2002]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) Only 2, 3.

Exam Relevance: SBI PO, IBPS PO, SSC CGL, UPSC

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: The question tests the ability to identify true statements from a list of general knowledge facts.

Common Mistakes: Students may incorrectly assume that all statements are true without verifying each one.

Explanations: Statement 1: "Horse is a carnivores animal" is false. Horses are herbivores, not carnivores. Statement 2: "India is a democratic country" is true. India is a well-known democracy. Statement 3: "Micheal Jackson was a star since his childhood days" is true. Michael Jackson began his career as a child with the Jackson 5.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Incorrect because statement 1 is false.
Option B: Incorrect because statement 1 is false.
Option C: Incorrect because statement 1 is false.
Option D: Correct because statements 2 and 3 are true.

510. Which organ of the United Nations Organisation is responsible for coordinating the work of its specialised agencies? [Jharkhand Police Examination-1982]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (A) Economic and Social Council.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Banking Exams, State PSC

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) of the United Nations is responsible for coordinating the work of the UN's specialized agencies.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the roles of the different UN organs, particularly the Economic and Social Council with the General Assembly.

Explanations: The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) is one of the six main organs of the United Nations. It is responsible for coordinating the economic, social, and related work of the 15 specialized agencies, 10 functional commissions, and five regional commissions. This coordination ensures that the specialized agencies work together effectively to achieve the goals set by the United Nations.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. The Economic and Social Council is responsible for coordinating the work of the specialized agencies.
Option B: Incorrect. The Secretariat provides administrative support to the UN and its various bodies but does not coordinate the specialized agencies.
Option C: Incorrect. The General Assembly is the main deliberative, policymaking, and representative organ of the UN but does not coordinate the specialized agencies.
Option D: Incorrect. The Security Council is responsible for maintaining international peace and security and does not coordinate the specialized agencies.

Mnemonic: ECSOC: Economic and Social Council - Coordinates specialized agencies.

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