General Knowledge Mcqs 5892 MCQs [All-Courses]

During the Suez Crisis (1956):

Jamal Abdel Nasser nationalized the Suez Canal.

• The aim was to use canal revenue to build the Aswan High Dam.

• This action led to a major international crisis involving Britain, France, and Israel.

The highest military award given by the United Kingdom is called the Victoria Cross (VC).
It was established in 1856 by Queen Victoria.
It is awarded for exceptional bravery.

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 featured 8 teams.

Extra details:

• It is an ODI (One Day International) cricket tournament organized by the International Cricket Council
• The 2025 edition was hosted in Pakistan (with some matches also linked to neutral arrangements depending on schedules)
• Only the top 8 ranked international teams qualify for this tournament
• Format includes group stage + knockout (semi-finals and final)
• It is considered one of the major ICC global cricket events after the World Cup

 Euclid is known as the Father of Geometry due to his foundational work in mathematics.

Extra details:

• He was an ancient Greek mathematician who lived around 300 BCE
• He wrote the famous book “Elements”, which became the foundation of geometry for centuries
• His work introduced systematic study of geometry using definitions, axioms, and theorems
• He is considered one of the most influential mathematicians in history

• WAR → NGO
• JDF Foundation → NGO
• JACR (listed in MCQs context as an organization/NGO-type body) → NGO-related body
• Allen Lane → not an NGO; it is a publisher imprint/brand under Penguin Books

The Ahaggar Mountains are located in the continent of Africa.

Extra details:

• They are situated in southern Algeria
• The range is also known as the Hoggar Mountains
• It lies in the central part of the Sahara Desert
• The highest peak is Mount Tahat
• The region is known for its volcanic landscapes and ancient rock formations

Brussels is the capital city of Belgium.

Extra details:

• Brussels is also considered the de facto capital of the European Union, as it hosts major EU institutions like the European Commission and part of the European Parliament
• It is located in the central part of Belgium
• The city is officially bilingual (French and Dutch)
• Famous for landmarks like the Grand Place and Atomium
• It is an important center for international politics and diplomacy in Europe