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 has the highest nuclear power capacity?

  1. China

  2. United States

  3. France

  4. Russia
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The United States has the highest nuclear power capacity in the world, with over 100 gigawatts of installed capacity.

Multiple choice

Which country has the highest rate of deforestation in the world?

  1. Brazil

  2. Indonesia

  3. Democratic Republic of Congo

  4. Peru
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Brazil has the highest rate of deforestation in the world, primarily due to the expansion of agriculture, particularly for soy and cattle production.

Multiple choice

Which SAARC country has the largest population?

  1. India

  2. Pakistan

  3. Bangladesh

  4. Nepal
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A Correct answer
Explanation

India has the largest population among SAARC countries.

Multiple choice

Which SAARC country has the highest literacy rate?

  1. India

  2. Pakistan

  3. Bangladesh

  4. Nepal
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A Correct answer
Explanation

India has the highest literacy rate among SAARC countries.

Multiple choice

Which country is known for its vibrant and diverse event-based tourism offerings?

  1. Brazil

  2. India

  3. United States

  4. China
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Explanation

Brazil is renowned for its vibrant event-based tourism offerings, including the world-famous Carnival celebration in Rio de Janeiro.

Multiple choice

Which country has the largest population of African Americans?

  1. United States

  2. Brazil

  3. Nigeria

  4. South Africa
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Explanation

The United States has the largest population of African Americans, with over 40 million people identifying as Black or African American.

Multiple choice

Which Southeast Asian country is known for its affordable street food, vibrant markets, and stunning temples?

  1. Thailand

  2. Vietnam

  3. Cambodia

  4. Indonesia
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Thailand is renowned for its affordable prices, delicious street food, and beautiful temples, making it a popular choice for budget-friendly weekend trips.

Multiple choice

Which country is the global leader in wind energy production?

  1. China

  2. United States

  3. Germany

  4. India
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A Correct answer
Explanation

China is the global leader in wind energy production, accounting for over 37% of global wind power capacity.

Multiple choice

Which country has been the largest source of FDI in the Indian IT sector?

  1. United States

  2. United Kingdom

  3. Japan

  4. Singapore
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The United States has consistently been the largest source of FDI in the Indian IT sector, accounting for a significant share of total FDI inflows.

Multiple choice

Which country was the first to adopt a proportional representation electoral system?

  1. Switzerland

  2. Belgium

  3. Sweden

  4. Denmark
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Switzerland was the first country to adopt a proportional representation electoral system in 1848.

Multiple choice

Which country has the highest percentage of women in parliament?

  1. Rwanda

  2. Sweden

  3. Finland

  4. Norway
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Rwanda has the highest percentage of women in parliament, with 61.3% of seats held by women.

Multiple choice

Which region of the world has the highest average percentage of women in parliament?

  1. Europe

  2. Americas

  3. Asia

  4. Africa
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Explanation

Europe has the highest average percentage of women in parliament, with 32% of seats held by women.

Multiple choice

Which region of the world has the lowest average percentage of women in parliament?

  1. Europe

  2. Americas

  3. Asia

  4. Africa
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Africa has the lowest average percentage of women in parliament, with 22% of seats held by women.

Multiple choice

Which country has the largest installed capacity of CAES systems?

  1. United States

  2. China

  3. Germany

  4. Japan
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The United States has the largest installed capacity of CAES systems, with a total capacity of over 2,000 MW.

Multiple choice

Which country is famous for its sushi, a dish made with raw fish or seafood served with rice?

  1. Japan

  2. China

  3. South Korea

  4. Thailand
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Sushi is a traditional Japanese dish made with raw fish or seafood, typically served with rice and various toppings such as seaweed, ginger, and soy sauce.