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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

What was the name of the Spanish colony in Central America that was founded by Hernán Cortés?

  1. Florida

  2. Mexico

  3. Peru

  4. Chile
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Hernán Cortés was a Spanish conquistador who led an expedition that caused the fall of the Aztec Empire and brought large portions of what is now mainland Mexico under the rule of the King of Spain.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the Spanish colony in South America that was founded by Pedro de Valdivia?

  1. Florida

  2. Mexico

  3. Peru

  4. Chile
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Pedro de Valdivia was a Spanish conquistador who founded the city of Santiago in 1541 and is considered the founder of Chile.

Multiple choice

Art Nouveau, a style of art, architecture, and applied art, emerged in the late 19th century. Which country is generally considered its birthplace?

  1. France

  2. Belgium

  3. Germany

  4. Austria
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Art Nouveau originated in France in the late 19th century, particularly in the city of Paris.

Multiple choice

Art Nouveau spread to various countries beyond its birthplace. Which of these countries is NOT known for its significant contributions to the Art Nouveau movement?

  1. Belgium

  2. Germany

  3. Italy

  4. United Kingdom
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C Correct answer
Explanation

While Art Nouveau had a global reach, Italy is not typically recognized for its significant contributions to the movement. Countries like Belgium, Germany, and the United Kingdom played more prominent roles in the development and dissemination of Art Nouveau.

Multiple choice

Which country has the oldest continuous monarchy in the world?

  1. Japan

  2. United Kingdom

  3. Denmark

  4. Sweden
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Japanese monarchy is the oldest continuous monarchy in the world, with a history dating back to the 7th century BC.

Multiple choice

Which country abolished its monarchy most recently?

  1. Nepal

  2. Iran

  3. Libya

  4. Ethiopia
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Nepal abolished its monarchy in 2008, becoming a republic.

Multiple choice

Which country has the largest number of monarchies?

  1. Europe

  2. Asia

  3. Africa

  4. America
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Europe has the largest number of monarchies, with 12 countries having monarchies.

Multiple choice

Which country has the smallest monarchy?

  1. Monaco

  2. Vatican City

  3. Liechtenstein

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

Vatican City is the smallest monarchy in the world, with an area of just 0.44 square kilometers.

Multiple choice

Which country has the longest-reigning monarch in the world?

  1. Thailand

  2. United Kingdom

  3. Japan

  4. Denmark
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A Correct answer
Explanation

King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand is the longest-reigning monarch in the world, having reigned for over 70 years.

Multiple choice

Which country has the most recent monarchy?

  1. Bhutan

  2. Tonga

  3. Lesotho

  4. Eswatini
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Bhutan is the most recent monarchy, having been established in 1907.

Multiple choice

Which country has the largest population of monarchists?

  1. United Kingdom

  2. Japan

  3. Thailand

  4. Spain
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Thailand has the largest population of monarchists, with over 90% of the population supporting the monarchy.

Multiple choice

Which country has the youngest monarchy?

  1. Bhutan

  2. Tonga

  3. Lesotho

  4. Eswatini
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Bhutan is the youngest monarchy, having been established in 1907.

Multiple choice

Which country has the largest diplomatic mission in the United Kingdom?

  1. United States

  2. India

  3. China

  4. France
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The United States has the largest diplomatic mission in the United Kingdom, with over 1,000 staff members.

Multiple choice

Which country has the smallest diplomatic mission in the United Kingdom?

  1. Nauru

  2. Tuvalu

  3. Kiribati

  4. Marshall Islands
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Nauru has the smallest diplomatic mission in the United Kingdom, with only one staff member.

Multiple choice

Which diplomatic mission in the United Kingdom is responsible for providing consular services to citizens of its country?

  1. Embassy

  2. High Commission

  3. Consulate General

  4. Consulate
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Consulate is responsible for providing consular services to citizens of its country.