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's Prime Minister resigned in 1963 after a scandal involving a call girl?

  1. United Kingdom

  2. France

  3. Italy

  4. Germany
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Explanation

John Profumo, the British Secretary of State for War, resigned in 1963 after it was revealed that he had an affair with Christine Keeler, a call girl who was also involved with a Soviet diplomat.

Multiple choice

Which country's Prime Minister resigned in 2023 after being convicted of corruption?

  1. Peru

  2. Chile

  3. Colombia

  4. Argentina
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Explanation

Pedro Castillo, the President of Peru from 2021 to 2022, was impeached and removed from office in 2022 after being accused of corruption and obstruction of justice.

Multiple choice

The Boryeong Mud Festival is held annually in which country?

  1. China

  2. South Korea

  3. Japan

  4. Thailand
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Boryeong Mud Festival is an annual festival held in Boryeong, South Korea. It is one of the most popular festivals in the country and attracts thousands of visitors each year.

Multiple choice

Which country is often seen as a leader in environmental diplomacy and climate change action?

  1. China

  2. United States

  3. Germany

  4. Costa Rica
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Costa Rica is widely recognized for its leadership in environmental diplomacy and climate change action, having achieved significant progress in forest conservation, renewable energy, and sustainable development.

Multiple choice

Which of the following countries is known for its sustainable fashion practices and eco-friendly initiatives in the fashion industry?

  1. China

  2. India

  3. Sweden

  4. United States
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Sweden is recognized for its leadership in sustainable fashion, with initiatives such as the Swedish Fashion Council's sustainability pledge and the country's strong commitment to circularity and eco-friendly practices.

Multiple choice

Which SAARC country has the highest GDP per capita?

  1. India

  2. Pakistan

  3. Bangladesh

  4. Nepal
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Explanation

India has the highest GDP per capita among SAARC countries.

Multiple choice

What SAARC country has the lowest GDP per capita?

  1. Maldives

  2. Bhutan

  3. Nepal

  4. Sri Lanka
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Nepal has the lowest GDP per capita among SAARC countries.

Multiple choice

Which country was the first in Asia to industrialize?

  1. Japan

  2. China

  3. India

  4. South Korea
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Japan was the first country in Asia to industrialize, beginning in the late 19th century.

Multiple choice

Which country experienced the fastest economic growth in Asia in the 20th century?

  1. China

  2. Japan

  3. South Korea

  4. Taiwan
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Explanation

China experienced the fastest economic growth in Asia in the 20th century.

Multiple choice

Which Asian country has the largest economy?

  1. China

  2. Japan

  3. India

  4. South Korea
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Explanation

China has the largest economy in Asia.

Multiple choice

Which Asian country has the highest GDP per capita?

  1. Singapore

  2. Japan

  3. South Korea

  4. Taiwan
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Explanation

Singapore has the highest GDP per capita in Asia.

Multiple choice

Which Asian country has the lowest GDP per capita?

  1. Afghanistan

  2. Nepal

  3. Bangladesh

  4. Cambodia
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Explanation

Afghanistan has the lowest GDP per capita in Asia.

Multiple choice

Which country established the first Truth and Reconciliation Commission?

  1. Canada

  2. South Africa

  3. Chile

  4. Argentina
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Explanation

Uganda established the first Truth and Reconciliation Commission in 1974, known as the Uganda Human Rights Commission.

Multiple choice

Which country was the first to gain independence from European colonial rule?

  1. Haiti

  2. Mexico

  3. Brazil

  4. United States
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Haiti was the first country to gain independence from European colonial rule, following a successful slave rebellion in 1791.

Multiple choice

Which African country was the first to gain independence from colonial rule?

  1. Ghana

  2. Nigeria

  3. Kenya

  4. South Africa
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Ghana was the first African country to gain independence from colonial rule, achieving independence from Great Britain in 1957.