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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 countries has the largest installed capacity of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems?

  1. China

  2. United States

  3. Germany

  4. India
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A Correct answer
Explanation

China has the largest installed capacity of solar PV systems, with over 300 gigawatts (GW) of installed capacity.

Multiple choice

Which country has the highest rate of LGBTQ+ hate crimes in the world?

  1. United States

  2. Brazil

  3. Mexico

  4. Russia
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Brazil has the highest rate of LGBTQ+ hate crimes in the world, with an estimated 386 murders in 2021.

Multiple choice

Which country was the first to decriminalize homosexuality?

  1. Denmark

  2. Iceland

  3. Sweden

  4. Norway
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Explanation

Denmark was the first country to decriminalize homosexuality in 1933.

Multiple choice

Which country has the longest history of coalition governments?

  1. India

  2. Germany

  3. Italy

  4. Sweden
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Sweden has the longest history of coalition governments, dating back to the early 20th century. Coalition governments have been the norm in Sweden, with only a few exceptions.

Multiple choice

Which country has the most diverse coalition governments?

  1. India

  2. Germany

  3. Italy

  4. Belgium
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Explanation

India has the most diverse coalition governments, with a wide range of parties and ideologies represented in the government. This is due to the country's diverse political landscape and the need to accommodate a wide range of interests.

Multiple choice

In 1971, the Soviet Union released a commemorative coin to mark the successful mission of which spacecraft?

  1. Sputnik 1

  2. Vostok 1

  3. Luna 9

  4. Venera 7
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Soviet Union issued a commemorative coin in 1971 to celebrate the successful landing of Luna 9, the first spacecraft to achieve a soft landing on the moon.

Multiple choice

Which country issued a commemorative coin in 2011 to mark the 50th anniversary of Yuri Gagarin's historic spaceflight?

  1. Russia

  2. United States

  3. China

  4. Japan
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Explanation

Russia issued a commemorative coin in 2011 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Yuri Gagarin's historic spaceflight, which made him the first human in space.

Multiple choice

Which country issued a commemorative coin in 2021 to mark the 60th anniversary of the first human spaceflight by Yuri Gagarin?

  1. Russia

  2. United States

  3. China

  4. Japan
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Russia issued a commemorative coin in 2021 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Yuri Gagarin's historic spaceflight, which made him the first human in space.

Multiple choice

Which country is planning to issue a commemorative coin in 2025 to mark the 70th anniversary of the launch of Sputnik 1?

  1. Russia

  2. United States

  3. China

  4. Japan
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Explanation

Russia is planning to issue a commemorative coin in 2025 to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the launch of Sputnik 1, the first artificial satellite to orbit Earth.

Multiple choice

Which country has the largest population of the Javan Rhinoceros?

  1. Indonesia

  2. Vietnam

  3. Malaysia

  4. Thailand
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Explanation

Indonesia has the largest population of the Javan Rhinoceros. The Ujung Kulon National Park in Indonesia is a major stronghold for the species.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the annual dog sled race that covers approximately 1,049 miles across the Alaskan wilderness?

  1. Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race

  2. Yukon Quest

  3. Finnmarksløpet

  4. La Grande Odyssée
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race is a grueling long-distance sled dog race that tests the endurance and determination of mushers and their canine teams as they traverse the challenging Alaskan terrain.

Multiple choice

Which country is known for its advanced medical technology and expertise in cancer treatment?

  1. Japan

  2. Germany

  3. United States

  4. Switzerland
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Germany is known for its advanced medical technology and expertise in cancer treatment, attracting patients from all over the world.

Multiple choice

Which country is known for its traditional medicine and natural healing practices?

  1. China

  2. India

  3. Thailand

  4. Mexico
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Explanation

China is known for its traditional medicine and natural healing practices, such as acupuncture, herbal medicine, and tai chi.

Multiple choice

Which of the following countries has the largest proven oil reserves?

  1. Saudi Arabia

  2. Russia

  3. United States

  4. Iran
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Explanation

Saudi Arabia has the largest proven oil reserves in the world, estimated at over 260 billion barrels.

Multiple choice

Which of the following countries has the largest proven natural gas reserves?

  1. Russia

  2. Iran

  3. Qatar

  4. United States
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Qatar has the largest proven natural gas reserves in the world, estimated at over 24 trillion cubic meters.