General Awareness ยท History

Historical Events and Dates

1,600 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

When did the first major anti-war movement emerge?

  1. 19th century

  2. 20th century

  3. 21st century
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The first major anti-war movement emerged in the 19th century, in response to the Napoleonic Wars.

Multiple choice

When did the Cold War end?

  1. 1989

  2. 1990

  3. 1991

  4. 1992
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Cold War is generally considered to have ended in 1991, with the dissolution of the Soviet Union.

Multiple choice

What year did the Nicaraguan Revolution begin?

  1. 1978

  2. 1979

  3. 1980

  4. 1981
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Nicaraguan Revolution began in 1978.

Multiple choice

What year did the Nicaraguan Revolution end?

  1. 1989

  2. 1990

  3. 1991

  4. 1992
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Nicaraguan Revolution ended in 1990.

Multiple choice

When was smallpox declared eradicated?

  1. 1979

  2. 1980

  3. 1981

  4. 1982
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Smallpox was declared eradicated by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1980.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the city where the Battle of Borodino takes place?

  1. Moscow

  2. St. Petersburg

  3. Borodino

  4. Smolensk
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Battle of Borodino is fought near the village of Borodino, west of Moscow.

Multiple choice

Has the New York Convention been amended or revised since its adoption in 1958?

  1. Yes, it has been amended several times to address changing circumstances and developments in international arbitration.

  2. No, it remains in its original form as adopted in 1958.

  3. It has been revised once, in 1975, to clarify certain provisions.

  4. It has been amended once, in 2015, to address issues related to the enforcement of investor-state arbitration awards.
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The New York Convention has undergone several amendments and revisions over the years to adapt to changing circumstances and developments in international arbitration.

Multiple choice

When did the Basel Convention enter into force?

  1. 1989

  2. 1992

  3. 1995

  4. 1998
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Basel Convention entered into force on May 5, 1992.

Multiple choice

When was the first peacekeeping mission established by the United Nations?

  1. 1948

  2. 1956

  3. 1960

  4. 1964
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A Correct answer
Explanation

UNTSO was established in 1948 to monitor the ceasefire between Israel and its Arab neighbors.

Multiple choice

Which Asian country was the first to abolish slavery?

  1. Japan

  2. China

  3. India

  4. Thailand
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Japan was the first Asian country to abolish slavery. Slavery was abolished in Japan in 1871.

Multiple choice

When was the UNFPA established?

  1. 1969

  2. 1972

  3. 1976

  4. 1980
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The UNFPA was established in 1969 as a trust fund within the United Nations system.

Multiple choice

The Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, was signed into law in which year?

  1. 2009

  2. 2010

  3. 2011

  4. 2012
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Affordable Care Act was signed into law by President Barack Obama on March 23, 2010.

Multiple choice

The National Biodiversity Action Plan was adopted in which year?

  1. 2002

  2. 2007

  3. 2012

  4. 2017
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The National Biodiversity Action Plan was adopted in 2002 to conserve and protect biodiversity in India.

Multiple choice

The National Climate Change Action Plan was launched in which year?

  1. 2008

  2. 2010

  3. 2012

  4. 2014
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The National Climate Change Action Plan was launched in 2008 to address the challenges of climate change in India.

Multiple choice

When was the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) enacted?

  1. July 26, 1990

  2. August 26, 1990

  3. September 26, 1990

  4. October 26, 1990
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The ADA was enacted on July 26, 1990, and signed into law by President George H.W. Bush.