General Awareness ยท Geography

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 country was the last to adopt the Gregorian calendar?

  1. Russia

  2. China

  3. Japan

  4. Greece
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Explanation

Greece was the last country to adopt the Gregorian calendar in 1923.

Multiple choice

Which desert region is known for its diverse wildlife, including rare and endangered species, which can be observed during desert safari tours?

  1. Namib Desert

  2. Atacama Desert

  3. Gobi Desert

  4. Sahara Desert
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Namib Desert in southwestern Africa is renowned for its diverse wildlife, including rare and endangered species such as the black rhino, desert elephant, and Hartmann's mountain zebra. Desert safari tours in this region offer opportunities to observe these unique creatures in their natural habitat.

Multiple choice

Which countries were involved in the Plaza Accord?

  1. United States, Japan, West Germany, France, and the United Kingdom

  2. United States, Japan, China, South Korea, and Taiwan

  3. United States, Japan, Canada, Mexico, and Brazil

  4. United States, Japan, Russia, India, and China
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Explanation

The Plaza Accord was signed by the finance ministers of the United States, Japan, West Germany, France, and the United Kingdom.

Multiple choice

The "Keffiyeh" is a traditional headdress worn by men in which region?

  1. Arabian Peninsula

  2. Central Asia

  3. North Africa

  4. South America
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Explanation

The Keffiyeh is a traditional Arab headdress, commonly worn in the Arabian Peninsula.

Multiple choice

The "Sombrero" is a wide-brimmed hat commonly associated with which country?

  1. Mexico

  2. Spain

  3. Italy

  4. Portugal
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Explanation

The Sombrero is a traditional Mexican hat, known for its wide brim and often decorated with intricate designs.

Multiple choice

Which headgear is worn by women in traditional Japanese attire?

  1. Kimono

  2. Geta

  3. Obi

  4. Kanmuri
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Explanation

Kanmuri is a traditional Japanese headgear worn by women, often adorned with elaborate ornaments and decorations.

Multiple choice

The "Glengarry" is a military headdress commonly associated with which country?

  1. Scotland

  2. England

  3. Ireland

  4. Wales
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Explanation

The Glengarry is a traditional Scottish military headdress, known for its distinctive shape and colorful tartan patterns.

Multiple choice

Which headgear is worn by men in traditional Korean attire?

  1. Hanbok

  2. Gat

  3. Jeogori

  4. Baji
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Gat is a traditional Korean hat worn by men, often made of horsehair or bamboo and decorated with intricate designs.

Multiple choice

Which headgear is worn by women in traditional Chinese attire?

  1. Cheongsam

  2. Qipao

  3. Hanfu

  4. Fenghuang Guan
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Explanation

Fenghuang Guan is a traditional Chinese headdress worn by women, often adorned with intricate designs and colorful ornaments.

Multiple choice

Which headgear is worn by men in traditional Scottish attire?

  1. Kilt

  2. Sporran

  3. Tam o' Shanter

  4. Ghillie Brogues
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Tam o' Shanter is a traditional Scottish bonnet worn by men, often made of wool and decorated with a pom-pom.

Multiple choice

Which headgear is worn by women in traditional Vietnamese attire?

  1. Ao Dai

  2. Non La

  3. Ao Ba Ba

  4. Xoe
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Non La is a traditional Vietnamese conical hat, often made of bamboo or palm leaves and worn by women to protect themselves from the sun and rain.

Multiple choice

What is the national language of Bangladesh?

  1. Hindi

  2. Urdu

  3. Bengali

  4. Punjabi
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Bengali is the national language of Bangladesh and is spoken by over 200 million people.

Multiple choice

Which country has the highest installed capacity of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems?

  1. China

  2. United States

  3. Germany

  4. India
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Explanation

As of 2021, China has the highest installed capacity of solar PV systems, followed by the United States, Germany, and India.

Multiple choice

Which country has the largest Muslim population?

  1. Indonesia

  2. Pakistan

  3. India

  4. Bangladesh
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Explanation

Indonesia is the country with the largest Muslim population, with over 238 million Muslims.

Multiple choice

Which country has the largest Hindu population?

  1. India

  2. Nepal

  3. Bangladesh

  4. Sri Lanka
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Explanation

India is the country with the largest Hindu population, with over 1.1 billion Hindus.