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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 country is the largest investor in renewable energy?

  1. China

  2. United States

  3. Germany

  4. India
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Explanation

China is the largest investor in renewable energy, investing over $120 billion in 2020.

Multiple choice

Which region of the world receives the most investment in renewable energy?

  1. Asia

  2. Europe

  3. North America

  4. South America
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Explanation

Asia receives the most investment in renewable energy, accounting for over 60% of global investment in 2020.

Multiple choice

Which country is the largest investor in fossil fuels?

  1. United States

  2. China

  3. Russia

  4. Saudi Arabia
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Explanation

The United States is the largest investor in fossil fuels, investing over $100 billion in 2020.

Multiple choice

Which region of the world receives the most investment in fossil fuels?

  1. North America

  2. Europe

  3. Asia

  4. Middle East
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Explanation

North America receives the most investment in fossil fuels, accounting for over 40% of global investment in 2020.

Multiple choice

What was the fate of Robert Falcon Scott and his team?

  1. They all returned safely

  2. They all died on their journey

  3. Some of them died on their journey

  4. They disappeared and were never found
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Robert Falcon Scott and his team all died on their journey back from the South Pole.

Multiple choice

Which country is credited with the first known sign language school?

  1. France

  2. Italy

  3. Spain

  4. United States
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The first known sign language school was established in Paris, France, in 1760 by Abbe Charles-Michel de l'Epee.

Multiple choice

Which country has the highest percentage of deaf citizens?

  1. United States

  2. China

  3. India

  4. Kenya
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Kenya has the highest percentage of deaf citizens in the world, with an estimated 1.3 million deaf individuals.

Multiple choice

Which country is the largest producer of hydropower in the world?

  1. China

  2. United States

  3. Brazil

  4. Canada
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Explanation

China is the largest producer of hydropower in the world, accounting for over 30% of global hydropower production. The United States, Brazil, and Canada are also major producers of hydropower.

Multiple choice

Which racial group in the United States has the highest life expectancy?

  1. White

  2. Black

  3. Hispanic

  4. Asian
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Explanation

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the average life expectancy for White Americans is 78.7 years, compared to 75.3 years for Black Americans, 81.8 years for Hispanic Americans, and 85.3 years for Asian Americans.

Multiple choice

Which country has the most islands?

  1. Indonesia

  2. Philippines

  3. Sweden

  4. Japan
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Explanation

Indonesia, an archipelago consisting of over 17,000 islands, boasts the largest number of islands among all countries, making it a true island paradise.

Multiple choice

Which island is renowned for its unique volcanic landscape and diverse flora and fauna?

  1. Galapagos Islands

  2. Hawaii

  3. Maldives

  4. Seychelles
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Explanation

The Galapagos Islands, located in the Pacific Ocean, are famous for their unique volcanic formations, diverse wildlife, and the evolutionary studies conducted by Charles Darwin, which contributed to the development of his theory of evolution.

Multiple choice

Which island is known for its rich cultural heritage, ancient ruins, and stunning beaches?

  1. Sri Lanka

  2. Cyprus

  3. Malta

  4. Crete
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Explanation

Sri Lanka, an island nation located in the Indian Ocean, boasts a rich cultural heritage, ancient ruins such as the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, and stunning beaches along its coastline, making it a popular destination for history buffs and beach lovers alike.

Multiple choice

Which island is known for its lush rainforests, diverse wildlife, and active volcanoes?

  1. Hawaii

  2. Madagascar

  3. Borneo

  4. Sumatra
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Explanation

Hawaii, a group of islands in the Pacific Ocean, is renowned for its volcanic landscapes, lush rainforests, diverse wildlife, and active volcanoes, including the iconic Kīlauea and Mauna Loa, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a region that is experiencing desertification?

  1. The Sahara Desert

  2. The Great Plains of the United States

  3. The Atacama Desert in Chile

  4. The Australian Outback
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Great Plains of the United States are not experiencing desertification. They are a region of grasslands and agriculture, and desertification is not a major issue there.

Multiple choice

Which countries are the largest sources of agricultural labor migrants?

  1. China

  2. India

  3. Mexico

  4. Philippines
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Explanation

China, India, Mexico, and the Philippines are the largest sources of agricultural labor migrants in the world. These countries have large populations of rural workers who are willing to migrate to other countries in search of better job opportunities.