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 was the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) adopted?

  1. 1973

  2. 1977

  3. 1981

  4. 1985
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) was adopted in 1973.

Multiple choice

When was the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) adopted?

  1. 1992

  2. 1994

  3. 1996

  4. 1998
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) was adopted in 1994.

Multiple choice

When was the United Nations Framework Convention on Forests (UNFF) adopted?

  1. 2000

  2. 2002

  3. 2004

  4. 2006
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The United Nations Framework Convention on Forests (UNFF) was adopted in 2000.

Multiple choice

When was the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) adopted?

  1. 1982

  2. 1984

  3. 1986

  4. 1988
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) was adopted in 1982.

Multiple choice

What is the history of the principle of non-refoulement in the United States?

  1. The principle of non-refoulement was first recognized in the United States in the early 20th century.

  2. The principle of non-refoulement was first recognized in the United States in the mid-20th century.

  3. The principle of non-refoulement was first recognized in the United States in the late 20th century.

  4. The principle of non-refoulement was first recognized in the United States in the 21st century.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The principle of non-refoulement was first recognized in the United States in the mid-20th century, when the United States Supreme Court held that the United States could not deport a person to a country where they would face persecution.

Multiple choice

When did the Gulf War take place?

  1. 1990-1991

  2. 1991-1992

  3. 1992-1993

  4. 1993-1994
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Gulf War took place between August 2, 1990, and February 28, 1991.

Multiple choice

When was the Mountbatten Plan announced?

  1. June 3, 1947

  2. July 4, 1947

  3. August 15, 1947

  4. September 16, 1947
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Mountbatten Plan was announced on June 3, 1947.

Multiple choice

How often are IMF Board of Governors meetings held?

  1. Once a year

  2. Twice a year

  3. Three times a year

  4. Four times a year
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

IMF Board of Governors meetings are held twice a year, in the spring and fall.

Multiple choice

When did the Velvet Revolution take place?

  1. November 17-29, 1989

  2. December 10-20, 1989

  3. January 1-10, 1990

  4. February 15-25, 1990
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Velvet Revolution took place from November 17 to 29, 1989.

Multiple choice

The National Curriculum Framework (NCF) for School Education was first published in which year?

  1. 1988

  2. 2000

  3. 2010

  4. 2020
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The National Curriculum Framework (NCF) for School Education was first published in 2000.

Multiple choice

The Ellora Caves were declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in which year?

  1. 1987

  2. 1988

  3. 1989

  4. 1990
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Ellora Caves were designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987.

Multiple choice

The Elephanta Caves were declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in which year?

  1. 1981

  2. 1982

  3. 1983

  4. 1984
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Correct answer
Explanation

The Elephanta Caves were inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987.

Multiple choice

The International Federation of Film Archives (FIAF) was established in which year?

  1. 1938

  2. 1948

  3. 1958

  4. 1968
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The International Federation of Film Archives (FIAF) was established in 1938.

Multiple choice

When did the IMF start publishing Public Information Notices in multiple languages?

  1. 1945

  2. 1960

  3. 1975

  4. 1990
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The IMF started publishing Public Information Notices in multiple languages in 1960.

Multiple choice

What is the Global Action Plan to End Statelessness?

  1. A global initiative launched by the UNHCR in 2014 to end statelessness by 2024

  2. A global initiative launched by the UN General Assembly in 2015 to end statelessness by 2024

  3. A global initiative launched by the World Bank in 2016 to end statelessness by 2024

  4. A global initiative launched by the International Monetary Fund in 2017 to end statelessness by 2024
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Global Action Plan to End Statelessness is a global initiative launched by the UNHCR in 2014 to end statelessness by 2024.