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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 often cited as an example of a modern-day plutocracy?

  1. United States

  2. China

  3. Russia

  4. India
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The United States is often cited as an example of a modern-day plutocracy due to the significant influence of wealthy individuals and corporations in its political system.

Multiple choice

Which country has the largest installed wind power capacity in the world?

  1. United States

  2. China

  3. Germany

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

As of 2023, China has the largest installed wind power capacity in the world, followed by the United States, Germany, and India.

Multiple choice

Which South American country was ruled by an oligarchy in the 19th and early 20th centuries?

  1. Argentina

  2. Brazil

  3. Chile

  4. Colombia
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Argentina was ruled by an oligarchy in the 19th and early 20th centuries, where power was held by a small group of wealthy landowners.

Multiple choice

Which African country was ruled by an oligarchy in the post-colonial period?

  1. Nigeria

  2. Ghana

  3. Kenya

  4. Tanzania
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Nigeria was ruled by an oligarchy in the post-colonial period, where power was held by a small group of military and political elites.

Multiple choice

Which Asian country was ruled by an oligarchy in the 20th century?

  1. China

  2. Japan

  3. South Korea

  4. Singapore
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C Correct answer
Explanation

South Korea was ruled by an oligarchy in the 20th century, where power was held by a small group of military and business elites.

Multiple choice

Which Middle Eastern country was ruled by an oligarchy in the 20th century?

  1. Iran

  2. Iraq

  3. Saudi Arabia

  4. Egypt
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Saudi Arabia was ruled by an oligarchy in the 20th century, where power was held by a small group of royal family members.

Multiple choice

Which Latin American country was ruled by an oligarchy in the 20th century?

  1. Cuba

  2. Mexico

  3. Chile

  4. Peru
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Chile was ruled by an oligarchy in the 20th century, where power was held by a small group of wealthy landowners and business elites.

Multiple choice

Which European country was ruled by an oligarchy in the 20th century?

  1. Spain

  2. Portugal

  3. Greece

  4. Turkey
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Spain was ruled by an oligarchy in the 20th century, where power was held by a small group of military and political elites.

Multiple choice

Where was Nelson Mandela imprisoned during his 27-year incarceration?

  1. Robben Island

  2. Pollsmoor Prison

  3. Victor Verster Prison

  4. Drakenstein Correctional Centre
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Nelson Mandela spent the majority of his imprisonment on Robben Island, a maximum-security prison off the coast of Cape Town.

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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A Correct answer
Explanation

Brazil, home to the Amazon rainforest, has the highest rate of deforestation due to factors such as cattle ranching, logging, and soybean farming.

Multiple choice

Which country has pledged to achieve zero deforestation by 2030?

  1. Brazil

  2. Indonesia

  3. China

  4. United States
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Brazil has pledged to achieve zero deforestation in the Amazon rainforest by 2030.

Multiple choice

Which country has the largest area of tropical rainforest?

  1. Brazil

  2. Indonesia

  3. Democratic Republic of Congo

  4. Peru
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Brazil has the largest area of tropical rainforest, covering approximately 60% of the Amazon rainforest.

Multiple choice

Which Asian country is often considered to be the birthplace of social democracy?

  1. Japan

  2. China

  3. India

  4. Singapore
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Explanation

Japan is often considered to be the birthplace of social democracy in Asia, with the establishment of the Social Democratic Party in 1901.

Multiple choice

Which Asian country has been praised for its successful implementation of social democracy?

  1. South Korea

  2. Taiwan

  3. Hong Kong

  4. Singapore
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Singapore has been praised for its successful implementation of social democracy, achieving high levels of economic growth and social welfare.

Multiple choice

Which Asian country has implemented a universal basic income program?

  1. China

  2. Japan

  3. South Korea

  4. Taiwan
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Taiwan has implemented a universal basic income program, providing a monthly payment to all citizens.