General Awareness ยท Geography

World Facts and Geography

11,577 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

Multiple choice

The cheongsam is a traditional garment worn in which country?

  1. China

  2. Japan

  3. Korea

  4. Vietnam
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Explanation

The cheongsam is a form-fitting dress worn by women in China.

Multiple choice

The hanfu is a traditional garment worn in which country?

  1. China

  2. Japan

  3. Korea

  4. Vietnam
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Explanation

The hanfu is a traditional Chinese garment that is often worn during festivals and special occasions.

Multiple choice

The hakama is a traditional garment worn in which country?

  1. China

  2. Japan

  3. Korea

  4. Vietnam
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The hakama is a pleated skirt worn by men and women in Japan, often paired with a kimono.

Multiple choice

Which country established the first permanent research station in Antarctica?

  1. Norway

  2. United Kingdom

  3. United States

  4. Russia
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The United Kingdom established the first permanent research station in Antarctica, called Halley Research Station, in 1956.

Multiple choice

Which country's national animal is the bald eagle?

  1. Canada

  2. Mexico

  3. United States

  4. Brazil
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The bald eagle is the national animal of the United States.

Multiple choice

Which country's national bird is the golden eagle?

  1. Russia

  2. China

  3. Germany

  4. Egypt
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Explanation

The golden eagle is the national bird of Russia.

Multiple choice

Which country's national anthem is called 'La Marseillaise'?

  1. France

  2. Italy

  3. Spain

  4. Portugal
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Explanation

'La Marseillaise' is the national anthem of France.

Multiple choice

Which country's national animal is the lion?

  1. England

  2. Scotland

  3. Wales

  4. Northern Ireland
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Explanation

The lion is the national animal of England.

Multiple choice

Which country's national bird is the bald eagle?

  1. Canada

  2. Mexico

  3. United States

  4. Brazil
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The bald eagle is the national bird of the United States.

Multiple choice

Which country's national anthem is called 'God Save the Queen'?

  1. United Kingdom

  2. Canada

  3. Australia

  4. New Zealand
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Explanation

'God Save the Queen' is the national anthem of the United Kingdom.

Multiple choice

Which country's national animal is the kangaroo?

  1. Australia

  2. New Zealand

  3. Papua New Guinea

  4. Fiji
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Explanation

The kangaroo is the national animal of Australia.

Multiple choice

Which country's national bird is the kiwi?

  1. New Zealand

  2. Australia

  3. Papua New Guinea

  4. Fiji
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Explanation

The kiwi is the national bird of New Zealand.

Multiple choice

Which Scandinavian country is renowned for its pickled herring?

  1. Sweden

  2. Norway

  3. Denmark

  4. Finland
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Explanation

Sweden is famous for its pickled herring, a traditional dish often served with boiled potatoes, onions, and sour cream.

Multiple choice

The leading producer of crude oil in the world is:

  1. United States

  2. Saudi Arabia

  3. Russia

  4. China
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Saudi Arabia is the world's largest producer of crude oil, accounting for approximately 12% of global production.

Multiple choice

Which country has the largest reserves of natural gas?

  1. Russia

  2. Iran

  3. Qatar

  4. United States
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Qatar possesses the world's largest natural gas reserves, estimated at over 24 trillion cubic meters.