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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 known for its production of Jaffa oranges?

  1. Israel

  2. Palestine

  3. Egypt

  4. Lebanon
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Jaffa oranges are a variety of oranges originating from the city of Jaffa in Israel. They are known for their sweet and juicy flesh and are widely consumed both domestically and internationally. Jaffa oranges have become a symbol of Israel's citrus industry and are often associated with the country's agricultural heritage.

Multiple choice

Which country issued the first stamp featuring a star?

  1. United States

  2. Great Britain

  3. France

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

Great Britain issued the first stamp featuring a star in 1840, known as the Penny Black.

Multiple choice

Which country hosts the "International Puppet Festival" annually?

  1. India

  2. China

  3. Russia

  4. Germany
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The International Puppet Festival takes place in Erlangen, Germany, and showcases a variety of puppetry performances and exhibitions.

Multiple choice

Which country hosts the "World Puppet Carnival"?

  1. India

  2. Russia

  3. Japan

  4. Brazil
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The World Puppet Carnival is held every three years in Delhi, India, and showcases puppetry performances, workshops, and exhibitions from around the world.

Multiple choice

Which country hosts the "International Puppet Festival of Tolosa"?

  1. Spain

  2. Italy

  3. Greece

  4. Portugal
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Explanation

The International Puppet Festival of Tolosa is held annually in Tolosa, Spain, and features puppetry performances, workshops, and exhibitions from around the world.

Multiple choice

Which country hosts the "International Puppet Festival of Bialystok"?

  1. Poland

  2. Russia

  3. Ukraine

  4. Belarus
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The International Puppet Festival of Bialystok is held annually in Bialystok, Poland, and features puppetry performances, workshops, and exhibitions from around the world.

Multiple choice

Which country hosts the "International Puppet Festival of Charleroi"?

  1. Belgium

  2. France

  3. Germany

  4. Netherlands
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The International Puppet Festival of Charleroi is held annually in Charleroi, Belgium, and features puppetry performances, workshops, and exhibitions from around the world.

Multiple choice

Which country hosts the "International Puppet Festival of Maribor"?

  1. Slovenia

  2. Croatia

  3. Serbia

  4. Bosnia and Herzegovina
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The International Puppet Festival of Maribor is held annually in Maribor, Slovenia, and features puppetry performances, workshops, and exhibitions from around the world.

Multiple choice

Which country hosted the 2010 World Karate Championships?

  1. Serbia

  2. Croatia

  3. Bosnia and Herzegovina

  4. Slovenia
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The 2010 World Karate Championships were held in Belgrade, Serbia.

Multiple choice

Which region of the world has the highest concentration of energy infrastructure?

  1. North America

  2. Europe

  3. Asia

  4. South America
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Asia has the highest concentration of energy infrastructure, due to its large population and rapidly growing economy.

Multiple choice

Which of these was not a major European monarchy in the 19th century?

  1. Austria-Hungary

  2. France

  3. Russia

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

France became a republic in 1870.

Multiple choice

Which of these countries was never ruled by a monarchy?

  1. Switzerland

  2. Germany

  3. Italy

  4. Spain
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Switzerland has been a republic since its founding in 1291.

Multiple choice

Which of these countries was never ruled by a monarchy?

  1. United States

  2. Canada

  3. Australia

  4. New Zealand
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The United States has been a republic since its founding in 1776.

Multiple choice

Which of these was not a major European monarchy in the 17th century?

  1. Austria

  2. France

  3. Spain

  4. Sweden
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Sweden became a kingdom in 1611.

Multiple choice

Which of these countries was never ruled by a monarchy?

  1. Mexico

  2. Brazil

  3. Argentina

  4. Chile
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Mexico has been a republic since its independence from Spain in 1821.