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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 island is known for its stunning white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant nightlife?

  1. Ibiza

  2. Mykonos

  3. Koh Samui

  4. Barbados
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Ibiza, a Spanish island in the Mediterranean Sea, is famous for its stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant nightlife, attracting party-goers and beach enthusiasts from around the world.

Multiple choice

Which island is known for its lush rainforests, diverse wildlife, and vibrant indigenous culture?

  1. Borneo

  2. Madagascar

  3. Sri Lanka

  4. Sumatra
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Borneo, the third-largest island in the world, is renowned for its lush rainforests, diverse wildlife, including orangutans, proboscis monkeys, and pygmy elephants, and vibrant indigenous cultures.

Multiple choice

Which island is known for its towering volcanic peaks, lush rainforests, and rich cultural heritage?

  1. Hawaii

  2. Iceland

  3. Azores Islands

  4. Canary Islands
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Hawaii, a group of volcanic islands in the Pacific Ocean, is renowned for its towering volcanic peaks, lush rainforests, diverse marine life, and rich cultural heritage, including the hula dance and traditional Hawaiian music.

Multiple choice

Which country is the world leader in geothermal energy production?

  1. United States

  2. China

  3. Iceland

  4. Italy
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Iceland is the world leader in geothermal energy production, with over 90% of its electricity generated from geothermal sources.

Multiple choice

Which country is known for its exquisite hand-painted porcelain?

  1. China

  2. Japan

  3. Korea

  4. Vietnam
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China is renowned for its exquisite hand-painted porcelain, which is often decorated with intricate designs and vibrant colors.

Multiple choice

Which country is known for its intricate and colorful hand-painted pottery?

  1. Mexico

  2. Guatemala

  3. Peru

  4. All of the above
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Mexico, Guatemala, and Peru are all known for their intricate and colorful hand-painted pottery, which often features traditional designs and motifs.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Brazil

  2. Indonesia

  3. Democratic Republic of Congo

  4. China
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Brazil has the highest rate of deforestation in the world, primarily due to the expansion of agriculture and cattle ranching.

Multiple choice

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

  1. China

  2. United States

  3. India

  4. Germany
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China is the world leader in solar PV installations, with over 300 gigawatts (GW) of capacity installed as of 2021.

Multiple choice

The world's largest floating solar farm is located in which country?

  1. China

  2. Japan

  3. South Korea

  4. India
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The world's largest floating solar farm is located in Huainan, China, and has a capacity of 40 megawatts (MW).

Multiple choice

The world's first grid-connected solar photovoltaic (PV) system was installed in which country?

  1. United States

  2. Germany

  3. Japan

  4. Italy
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The world's first grid-connected solar PV system was installed in Newark, New Jersey, United States, in 1982.

Multiple choice

The world's largest solar thermal power plant is located in which country?

  1. United States

  2. Spain

  3. China

  4. India
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The world's largest solar thermal power plant is the Ivanpah Solar Electric Generating System in California, United States, with a capacity of 392 megawatts (MW).

Multiple choice

The world's first commercial solar power tower plant was built in which country?

  1. United States

  2. Spain

  3. Germany

  4. Israel
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The world's first commercial solar power tower plant was built in Kramer Junction, California, United States, in 1982.

Multiple choice

The world's largest solar park is located in which country?

  1. China

  2. India

  3. United States

  4. Australia
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The world's largest solar park is the Tengger Desert Solar Park in China, with a capacity of 1,547 megawatts (MW).

Multiple choice

Which country was the administering authority for the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands?

  1. United States

  2. United Kingdom

  3. France

  4. Australia
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The United States was the administering authority for the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands.

Multiple choice

Which country was the administering authority for the Trust Territory of Ruanda-Urundi?

  1. Belgium

  2. France

  3. United Kingdom

  4. South Africa
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Belgium was the administering authority for the Trust Territory of Ruanda-Urundi.