General Awareness · Geography
World Facts and Geography
13,259 Questions
World facts and geography encompass global statistics, technological history, and international political systems. This includes facts about research, natural resources, and democratic structures worldwide. Such questions are common in the general awareness papers of SSC, UPSC, and banking exams.
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World Facts and Geography Questions
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Thailand
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Norway
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Japan
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South Africa
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Norway is known as the Land of the Midnight Sun because parts of the country north of the Arctic Circle experience 24 hours of daylight during summer months. The sun remains visible above the horizon even at midnight due to Earth's axial tilt.
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Morning Glory
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Mountains
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Cloves
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Earthquakes
C
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Madagascar is historically known as the "Island of Cloves" due to its significant clove production and export. The island was a major spice trading center, particularly for cloves. The other options are unrelated to Madagascar's primary economic or geographical associations.
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It is known as ‘The Land of the two Holy Mosques’.
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It is the world’s leading producer and exporter of oil.
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It is the largest country in Middle East in terms of area.
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It is a democratic republic with the prime minister as the head of the state.
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Saudi Arabia is an absolute monarchy led by a King, not a democratic republic with a prime minister. All other statements are true: it is known as 'The Land of the Two Holy Mosques,' is the world's leading oil producer, and is the largest country in the Middle East by area. The question asks for the statement that is NOT true.
B
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Russia is the world's largest aluminum producer, led by companies like Rusal. China produces the most bauxite but Russia leads in aluminum smelting. India and US are significant producers but not the largest.
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The Sukhoi T-50 (now called Su-57) is Russia's fifth-generation stealth fighter jet. It's developed by Sukhoi for the Russian Air Force. US has F-22 and F-35, Israel uses F-35, and UK uses F-35 - none have their own fifth-gen fighters.
B
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The F-22 Raptor is a fifth-generation stealth fighter developed by Lockheed Martin for the United States Air Force. It entered service in 2005. Russia has Su-57, Israel and UK use F-35 - none have their own fifth-gen fighters.
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Baffin Island
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Sentosa Island
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Batam Island
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Bintan Island
B
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Sentosa Island is Singapore's most popular tourist attraction, featuring theme parks, museums, golf courses, and beaches. It was formerly known as Pulau Blakang Mati. Baffin Island is in Canada, while Batam and Bintan are Indonesian islands near Singapore but not primarily amusement park destinations.
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China
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Malaysia
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Jordan
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Indonesia
C
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Jordan is an Asian country that shares its name with the Jordan River, which flows through the region. The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan is located in the Middle East and takes its name from this significant river. China, Malaysia, and Indonesia do not share their names with major rivers.
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Venezuela
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Greece
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Turkey
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Mexico
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Simon Bolivar International Airport is located in Maiquetía, Venezuela, serving Caracas. It is named after Simón Bolívar, the Venezuelan independence leader who liberated several South American countries from Spanish rule. The airport is Venezuela's main international gateway.
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Bulgaria
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Russia
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United States of America
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Croatia
A
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'Unity makes strength' is the national motto of Bulgaria. This motto reflects the idea that a nation is stronger when its people are united. Russia's motto is different, the USA has 'E pluribus unum' (Out of many, one), and Croatia has its own distinct motto.
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United Kingdom
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Spain
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Canada
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Chile
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Chile's national motto "Por la razón o la fuerza" translates directly to "By reason or by strength." This motto reflects Chile's approach to governance and national identity. The other options have different mottos - the UK has no official national motto, Spain's is "Plus ultra" (further beyond), and Canada's is "A mari usque ad mare" (from sea to sea).
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Australia
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Iraq
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France
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Germany
C
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Liberty, equality, fraternity is the national motto of France, originating from the French Revolution. These three words represent the core values of the French Republic.
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Egypt
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Namibia
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Kenya
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Zimbabwe
B
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Both the Kalahari Desert and the Namib Desert are located in Namibia, in southwestern Africa. The Kalahari also extends into Botswana and South Africa, while the Namib runs along Namibia's coast.
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Allahu Akbar (God is Great) is the national motto of Iraq, appearing on their national flag. It reflects the Islamic heritage of the country.
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South Korea
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Vietnam
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China
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Japan
C
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The Yellow River (Huang He) is the second-longest river in China and is often called the cradle of Chinese civilization. It flows entirely through China.