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 in the Americas was the last to abolish slavery?

  1. Cuba

  2. Puerto Rico

  3. Dominican Republic

  4. Brazil
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Cuba was the last country in the Americas to abolish slavery, in 1886.

Multiple choice

Which country has the smallest gender pay gap?

  1. Iceland

  2. Sweden

  3. Norway

  4. Finland
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Iceland has the smallest gender pay gap in the world, at 4%.

Multiple choice

Which country has the largest gender pay gap?

  1. South Korea

  2. Japan

  3. China

  4. India
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South Korea has the largest gender pay gap in the OECD, at 37%.

Multiple choice

Which region is most affected by environmental displacement?

  1. Sub-Saharan Africa

  2. South Asia

  3. Southeast Asia

  4. Latin America
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South Asia is the region most affected by environmental displacement, with countries like Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan experiencing significant displacement due to climate change and natural disasters.

Multiple choice

Which country is the largest importer of Indian food products?

  1. United States

  2. United Kingdom

  3. Canada

  4. Australia
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The United States is the largest importer of Indian food products, accounting for over 25% of the total global imports.

Multiple choice

In which country was the death penalty first abolished?

  1. Italy

  2. Portugal

  3. Venezuela

  4. San Marino
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San Marino was the first country to abolish the death penalty in 1865.

Multiple choice

Which country has the highest rate of executions per capita?

  1. China

  2. Iran

  3. Saudi Arabia

  4. North Korea
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China has the highest rate of executions per capita, with an estimated 2,400 executions in 2021.

Multiple choice

Which country has the lowest rate of executions per capita?

  1. Canada

  2. Australia

  3. New Zealand

  4. Iceland
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Iceland has the lowest rate of executions per capita, with no executions recorded since 1874.

Multiple choice

Which country is famous for its 'Peking Duck', a succulent roasted duck dish served with thin pancakes and hoisin sauce?

  1. China

  2. Japan

  3. Vietnam

  4. South Korea
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Explanation

China, particularly Beijing, is renowned for its 'Peking Duck', a signature dish where crispy, roasted duck is sliced and served with thin pancakes, hoisin sauce, and various accompaniments.

Multiple choice

Which region of Spain is famous for its 'Paella', a vibrant rice dish with seafood, meat, and vegetables?

  1. Catalonia

  2. Andalusia

  3. Basque Country

  4. Madrid
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Catalonia, in northeastern Spain, is the origin of 'Paella', a traditional rice dish typically made with seafood, meat, vegetables, and saffron, cooked in a large pan.

Multiple choice

In which country can you indulge in 'Sushi', the delicate art of preparing and serving fresh seafood and vinegared rice?

  1. Japan

  2. China

  3. South Korea

  4. Thailand
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Japan is the birthplace of 'Sushi', a culinary tradition that involves preparing and serving fresh seafood, typically raw fish, combined with vinegared rice, and often accompanied by various condiments.

Multiple choice

Which country is famous for its 'Pad Thai', a stir-fried noodle dish with a sweet, tangy, and savory sauce?

  1. Thailand

  2. Vietnam

  3. Cambodia

  4. Laos
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Explanation

Thailand is renowned for its 'Pad Thai', a popular noodle dish made with stir-fried rice noodles, vegetables, eggs, and a flavorful sauce that combines sweet, tangy, and savory elements.

Multiple choice

Which region of Italy is known for its 'Prosciutto di Parma', a world-renowned dry-cured ham?

  1. Emilia-Romagna

  2. Tuscany

  3. Lombardy

  4. Veneto
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Emilia-Romagna, in northern Italy, is famous for its 'Prosciutto di Parma', a DOP-protected dry-cured ham made from high-quality pork and aged for at least 12 months.

Multiple choice

In which country can you experience the unique flavors of 'Ceviche', a seafood dish marinated in citrus juices and spices?

  1. Peru

  2. Ecuador

  3. Chile

  4. Colombia
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Peru is widely recognized as the origin of 'Ceviche', a traditional dish where fresh seafood, typically fish, is marinated in citrus juices, such as lime or lemon, along with various spices and herbs.

Multiple choice

Which country is famous for its 'Ramen', a noodle soup dish with various toppings and a rich broth?

  1. Japan

  2. China

  3. South Korea

  4. Vietnam
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Explanation

Japan is renowned for its 'Ramen', a noodle soup dish consisting of wheat noodles served in a flavorful broth, often topped with various ingredients such as meat, vegetables, and eggs.