World General Knowledge: Science, History, Politics & Current Affairs

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu served in Sayeret Matkal, Israel's elite special forces unit, during his military service. This unit is renowned for counter-terrorism and hostage rescue operations.

Phthisiophobia is the specific phobia of tuberculosis, derived from 'phthisis' meaning tuberculosis or wasting disease. The other options represent different fears: pneumonia is not a specific phobia, philosophy would be philosophobia, and phobias would be phobophobia.

The Special Services Group (SSG) of Pakistan is known by the nickname 'Black Storks' and was modeled after the British SAS and US Green Berets. The SSG is Pakistan's primary special operations force.

Selenophobia is the pathological fear of the moon, derived from 'Selene' the Greek goddess of the moon. The prefix 'seleno-' refers to the moon in scientific terminology.

Khushwant Singh authored 'Sahibs Who Loved India,' which profiles British colonialists who developed a genuine affection for India and its culture. The book explores unusual relationships between Indians and British officers who went beyond typical colonial attitudes, featuring figures like Allan Octavian Hume and others who contributed positively to India.

Mohamed ElBaradei received the 2008 Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development for his work as Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and his efforts in nuclear non-proliferation. The prize recognizes contributions to peace, disarmament, and development - areas where ElBaradei made significant global impact, including his earlier Nobel Peace Prize.

China built the Five hundred meter Aperture Spherical Telescope (FAST), completed in 2016, which was the world's largest single-dish radio telescope at the time. Located in Guizhou province, it represents China's major investment in astronomical research infrastructure, surpassing the previous record-holder at Arecibo Observatory in Puerto Rico.

Christianophobia refers to fear, hatred, or prejudice against Christians or Christianity. It is a form of religious discrimination targeting Christian individuals and communities worldwide, manifesting in various ways from social prejudice to systematic persecution in different countries.

The first G-20 Summit was held in Washington D.C. in November 2008, convened by President George W. Bush to address the global financial crisis. It brought together leaders from the world's 20 largest economies to coordinate a unified global response to the economic meltdown, marking the first time the G-20 had met at the heads-of-state level.

The Lisbon Treaty, signed in 2007 and effective from 2009, reformed the European Union's structure and decision-making processes. It amended the two core treaties of the EU and is not related to NATO, SAARC, or NSG.

Beri-Beri is caused by deficiency of Vitamin B1 (thiamine), which is essential for carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function. The disease affects the cardiovascular and nervous systems, causing weakness and nerve damage.

Rupia Banda became President of Zambia in 2008 following the death of President Levy Mwanawasa. He served as president until 2011 when he lost the election to Michael Sata.

Indra Nooyi served as the CEO and Chairman of PepsiCo from 2006 to 2018, leading the company through significant global expansion. She is one of the most prominent Indian-American business executives.

"The Ultimate Driving Machine" has been BMW's iconic slogan since the 1970s, emphasizing the brand's focus on performance and handling. This tagline is one of the most recognizable in automotive marketing.

Aryabhatta was India's first satellite, launched on 19 April 1975. It was built by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and marked the beginning of India's space exploration journey. Rohini came later in the 1980s, while Chandrayan is a lunar mission series.

Fehmida Mizza (also spelled Fehmida Mirza) served as the first female Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan from 2008 to 2013. She was a member of the Pakistan Peoples Party and held this significant political position in Pakistan's legislative framework.

The Way to Dusty Death is a thriller novel by Alistair MacLean whose plot revolves heavily around the world of Formula One motor racing. The other titles focus on war or espionage.

Dadabhai Naoroji was given the title 'Grand Old Man of India' for his contributions to the Indian independence movement and as one of the first leaders to demand self-rule (Swaraj). He was also the first Indian to be elected to the British Parliament, making him a pivotal figure in India's political history.

'Built for the Road Ahead' is Ford's tagline/slogan used in their marketing campaigns. This slogan emphasizes Ford's positioning as an automobile manufacturer focused on durability, reliability, and future-ready vehicles for consumers' journeys.

INS Vikrant (formerly HMS Hercules) was India's first aircraft carrier, commissioned in 1961 and playing a crucial role in the 1971 war. INS Kukri was a frigate sunk in 1971, INS Nilgiri was a frigate from the same class, and option D 'INS' is just a prefix, not a ship name.