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World Facts and Geography

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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

Multiple choice

Which of the following has the largest livestock population in the world?

  1. Brazil

  2. China

  3. India

  4. USA
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

India has largest livestock population in the world, having 57% of the world’s buffalo population and 14% of the cattle population. According to 17th India’s Livestock Census, 2003, the country has about 18.5 crore cattle and 9.8 crore buffalo with total livestock of 48-50 crore and total poultry of 48.90 crore.

Multiple choice

Which island is famous as the rice producing island in Indonesia?

  1. Javelin

  2. Jhimpu

  3. Myanmaar

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

Java is the most famous rice-producing island in Indonesia and has been a major rice cultivation center for centuries. It's known for its fertile volcanic soil and intensive agricultural systems. The other options are incorrect: javelin is a weapon, jhimpu is not a known place, and Myanmar is a separate country.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the pastoral community of East Africa?

  1. Brunnei

  2. Mithai

  3. Bonsai

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

The Maasai (also spelled Masai) are a famous pastoral community native to East Africa, primarily found in Kenya and Tanzania. They are known for their distinctive customs, semi-nomadic lifestyle centered on cattle herding, and strong cultural traditions. The Maasai are one of the most recognizable indigenous groups in Africa.

Multiple choice

Which of the following countries trade balance is unfavourable?

  1. U.S.A.

  2. England

  3. India

  4. China
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

A country has an unfavorable trade balance when its imports exceed exports (trade deficit). Among the options, India historically runs a trade deficit due to high imports of crude oil, gold, and electronics. The USA also has deficits but China typically maintains a trade surplus. England (UK) has mixed balance depending on the period.