General Awareness ยท History

Historical Events and Dates

1,773 Questions

Historical events and dates test a candidate's knowledge of chronological milestones across global and national history. The questions range from the founding of states to the signing of international treaties. Memorizing these dates is essential for general awareness preparation.

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Historical Events and Dates Questions

Multiple choice

How many countries gained independence from colonial rule between 1945 and 1960?

  1. 30

  2. 40

  3. 50

  4. 60
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Approximately 40 countries gained independence from colonial rule between 1945 and 1960.

Multiple choice

In which year was the National Woman Suffrage Association (NWSA) founded?

  1. 1869

  2. 1890

  3. 1913

  4. 1920
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The National Woman Suffrage Association (NWSA) was established in 1869 by Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Susan B. Anthony, playing a crucial role in the women's suffrage movement.

Multiple choice

When did the modern higher education system begin to emerge in the Middle East?

  1. 19th century

  2. 20th century

  3. 21st century

  4. None of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The modern higher education system in the Middle East began to emerge in the 19th century, influenced by European models and the need for skilled professionals in various fields.

Multiple choice

When did sports betting become legal in the United States?

  1. 1931

  2. 1951

  3. 1971

  4. 1991
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) of 1992 effectively prohibited sports betting in the United States, except in a few states where it was already legal. However, in 2018, the Supreme Court overturned PASPA, paving the way for the legalization of sports betting in individual states.

Multiple choice

When was the International Labour Organization (ILO) founded?

  1. 1919

  2. 1929

  3. 1939

  4. 1949
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The ILO was founded in 1919 as part of the Treaty of Versailles that ended World War I.

Multiple choice

Which international convention adopted by the ILO in 1926 prohibits forced labor?

  1. Forced Labour Convention, 1930 (No. 29)

  2. Abolition of Forced Labour Convention, 1957 (No. 105)

  3. Worst Forms of Child Labour Convention, 1999 (No. 182)

  4. Protocol to the Forced Labour Convention, 2014 (No. 29)
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Forced Labour Convention, 1930 (No. 29) was the first international convention adopted by the ILO that prohibits forced labor.

Multiple choice

When did the European Patent Litigation Agreement enter into force?

  1. June 1, 2023

  2. January 1, 2023

  3. July 1, 2022

  4. April 1, 2022
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The European Patent Litigation Agreement entered into force on June 1, 2023.

Multiple choice

When will the Unified Patent Court start operating?

  1. June 1, 2023

  2. January 1, 2023

  3. July 1, 2022

  4. April 1, 2022
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Unified Patent Court will start operating on June 1, 2023.

Multiple choice

The Harmony of Hope initiative was launched in which year?

  1. 2010

  2. 2012

  3. 2014

  4. 2016
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Harmony of Hope initiative was launched in 2012.

Multiple choice

When was the NDRF established?

  1. 2001

  2. 2005

  3. 2010

  4. 2015
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The NDRF was established in 2005 in response to the devastating Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami.

Multiple choice

When was IRICEN established?

  1. 1947

  2. 1950

  3. 1955

  4. 1960
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

IRICEN was established in 1950.

Multiple choice

When did the Energy Crisis begin?

  1. 1970

  2. 1971

  3. 1972

  4. 1973
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Energy Crisis began in 1973, when OPEC countries imposed an oil embargo on the United States and other Western countries in response to their support for Israel in the Yom Kippur War.

Multiple choice

When was the Northwest Ordinance passed?

  1. 1787

  2. 1789

  3. 1795

  4. 1800
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Northwest Ordinance was passed in 1787.

Multiple choice

When was the United Nations established?

  1. 1919

  2. 1945

  3. 1955

  4. 1965
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The United Nations was established in 1945 after World War II to replace the League of Nations and promote international peace and security.

Multiple choice

When was the European Union (EU) established?

  1. 1957

  2. 1967

  3. 1977

  4. 1987
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The European Union was established in 1957 with the signing of the Treaty of Rome by six European countries.