General Knowledge — World Geography
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In 2024, which Asian country announced plans to establish a new capital city to replace its current overpopulated capital?
A India
B Indonesia
C Myanmar
D Thailand
Correct Answer:  B. Indonesia
EXPLANATION

Indonesia has been developing Nusantara as its new capital city to replace Jakarta, with ongoing construction and relocation plans continuing through 2024-2025.

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Which geopolitical region is known as 'The Fertile Crescent'?
A Southeast Asia
B Middle East (Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Israel)
C Central Asia
D Sub-Saharan Africa
Correct Answer:  B. Middle East (Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Israel)
EXPLANATION

The Fertile Crescent, spanning parts of modern-day Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, and Israel, was home to ancient civilizations and is historically significant as a cradle of civilization.

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In 2023, which African nation assumed the presidency of the African Union?
A Rwanda
B Kenya
C South Africa
D Ethiopia
Correct Answer:  A. Rwanda
EXPLANATION

Rwanda, led by President Paul Kagame, assumed the presidency of the African Union in February 2023 for a one-year term.

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Which European country has the most number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites as of 2024?
A France
B Germany
C Italy
D Spain
Correct Answer:  C. Italy
EXPLANATION

Italy has the highest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Europe, with over 58 sites recognized for their cultural and natural significance.

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Which country recently announced its withdrawal from the World Health Organization in 2024?
A Brazil
B United States
C Russia
D India
Correct Answer:  B. United States
EXPLANATION

The United States announced its withdrawal from the WHO in 2024, citing concerns over the organization's management.

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What is the largest desert in the world?
A Sahara Desert
B Arabian Desert
C Antarctic Desert
D Gobi Desert
Correct Answer:  C. Antarctic Desert
EXPLANATION

The Antarctic Desert is the largest desert in the world by area, though often not considered in traditional rankings.

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The Alps mountain range forms a border between how many countries?
A 4 countries
B 6 countries
C 8 countries
D 10 countries
Correct Answer:  C. 8 countries
EXPLANATION

The Alps form borders or are located within 8 countries: France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Liechtenstein, Germany, Slovenia, and Monaco.

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Who became the UN Secretary-General's Special Representative for Global Education in 2024?
A Malala Yousafzai
B Gordon Brown
C Audrey Azoulay
D Ban Ki-moon
Correct Answer:  B. Gordon Brown
EXPLANATION

Gordon Brown was appointed as UN Special Envoy for Global Education in 2024 to advance education goals.

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Which organization did Mauritius chair as AOSIS leader in 2024 climate negotiations?
A UNFCCC
B UNCLOS
C Small Island Developing States Alliance
D SAARC
Correct Answer:  C. Small Island Developing States Alliance
EXPLANATION

Mauritius has been active in AOSIS (Alliance of Small Island States) representing vulnerable island nations in climate negotiations.

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Q.10 Hard World Geography
Which country announced its withdrawal from UNESCO in 2023?
A Russia
B China
C United States
D India
Correct Answer:  C. United States
EXPLANATION

The United States announced its withdrawal from UNESCO, citing concerns about the organization's bias. However, this was previously done in 2018 and rejoined in 2023.

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