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

When did the term "environmental justice" first gain widespread recognition?

  1. 1960s

  2. 1970s

  3. 1980s

  4. 1990s
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The term "environmental justice" first gained widespread recognition in the 1980s, particularly after the publication of the report "Toxic Wastes and Race in the United States" by the United Church of Christ Commission for Racial Justice.

Multiple choice

When did the Rwandan Genocide begin?

  1. April 6, 1994

  2. April 7, 1994

  3. April 8, 1994

  4. April 9, 1994
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Rwandan Genocide commenced on April 6, 1994, following the assassination of Rwandan President Juvenal Habyarimana.

Multiple choice

When was the FAO established?

  1. 1945

  2. 1951

  3. 1961

  4. 1971
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The FAO was established in 1945 as a specialized agency of the United Nations.

Multiple choice

When was the IPC founded?

  1. 1964

  2. 1976

  3. 1984

  4. 1992
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Correct answer
Explanation

The IPC was founded in 1989.

Multiple choice

How often does the IPC General Assembly meet?

  1. Once a year

  2. Twice a year

  3. Every two years

  4. Every four years
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The IPC General Assembly meets once a year.

Multiple choice

When did the Chinese Revolution take place?

  1. 1911-1912

  2. 1925-1927

  3. 1937-1945

  4. 1949-1950
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The Chinese Revolution, also known as the Chinese Civil War, took place between 1949 and 1950, resulting in the establishment of the People's Republic of China.

Multiple choice

In which year did the UN Secretariat of the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer adopt its first set of official languages?

  1. 1985

  2. 1987

  3. 1989

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

The UN Secretariat of the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer adopted its first set of official languages in 1987.

Multiple choice

In which year did the Iraq War begin?

  1. 2002

  2. 2003

  3. 2004

  4. 2005
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Iraq War began on March 20, 2003, with the invasion of Iraq by a United States-led coalition that overthrew the government of Saddam Hussein.

Multiple choice

The United Nations was established in which year?

  1. 1945

  2. 1950

  3. 1955

  4. 1960
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The United Nations was established on October 24, 1945, after the Second World War.

Multiple choice

What year did women gain the right to vote in the United States?

  1. 1920

  2. 1940

  3. 1960

  4. 1980
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Women gained the right to vote in the United States in 1920, with the passage of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution.

Multiple choice

When was APEC established?

  1. 1989

  2. 1991

  3. 1993

  4. 1995
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A Correct answer
Explanation

APEC was established in 1989 at the initiative of Australian Prime Minister Bob Hawke.

Multiple choice

When was the National Rail Museum established?

  1. 1977

  2. 1985

  3. 1994

  4. 2003
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The National Rail Museum was inaugurated on February 1, 1977, showcasing India's railway heritage.

Multiple choice

When did Kosovo declare independence from Serbia?

  1. 2006

  2. 2007

  3. 2008

  4. 2009
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Kosovo declared independence from Serbia on February 17, 2008.

Multiple choice

When was the August Offer made?

  1. August 1939

  2. August 1940

  3. August 1941

  4. August 1942
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The August Offer was made by the British government in August 1940.

Multiple choice

The "World March for Peace and Nonviolence" is an annual event that brings together peace activists from around the world to walk for peace and promote nonviolent conflict resolution. In which year was the first World March held?

  1. 1986

  2. 1998

  3. 2009

  4. 2019
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The first World March for Peace and Nonviolence was held in 1986.