World Geography
Which European country has the most number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites as of 2024?
A
France
B
Germany
C
Italy
D
Spain
Italy has the highest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Europe, with over 58 sites recognized for their cultural and natural significance.
In 2024, which space agency successfully landed on the moon's south polar region?
A
NASA
B
ISRO
C
ESA
D
CNSA
ISRO (India) successfully executed Chandrayaan-3 mission, landing near the moon's south polar region in August 2023, making India the fourth nation to land on the moon.
Which international organization elected Ban Ki-moon's successor in 2016, who served until 2026?
A
António Guterres
B
Kofi Annan
C
Dag Hammarskjöld
D
U Thant
Correct Answer:
A. António Guterres
António Guterres was elected as UN Secretary-General in 2016, succeeding Ban Ki-moon, serving his first term until 2026.
The Gobi Desert is located primarily in which country?
A
Kazakhstan
B
Mongolia
C
China
D
Russia
Correct Answer:
B. Mongolia
The Gobi Desert is primarily located in Mongolia, though it extends into northern China. It is one of the largest deserts in Asia.
Which nation became a full member of BRICS in 2023?
A
UAE and Saudi Arabia
B
Indonesia and Thailand
C
Argentina and Egypt
D
Vietnam and Malaysia
Correct Answer:
C. Argentina and Egypt
At the 2023 BRICS Summit, Argentina (later withdrew) and Egypt were invited as new members, along with Ethiopia, Iran, and Saudi Arabia.
Which country won the FIFA World Cup 2022?
A
France
B
Argentina
C
Brazil
D
Germany
Correct Answer:
B. Argentina
Argentina won the FIFA World Cup 2022 held in Qatar, defeating France in the final. This was Argentina's third World Cup title.
The Strait of Hormuz separates which two countries?
A
Saudi Arabia and Yemen
B
Iran and Oman
C
Iraq and Kuwait
D
Qatar and Bahrain
Correct Answer:
B. Iran and Oman
The Strait of Hormuz is located between Iran and Oman, serving as a crucial waterway for global oil trade.
In 2024, which country announced its withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC)?
A
South Africa
B
Kenya
C
Namibia
D
Uganda
Correct Answer:
C. Namibia
Namibia announced its withdrawal from the ICC in 2024, citing concerns about the court's independence and effectiveness.
Which ocean is the deepest in the world?
A
Atlantic Ocean
B
Indian Ocean
C
Pacific Ocean
D
Arctic Ocean
Correct Answer:
C. Pacific Ocean
The Pacific Ocean is the deepest ocean with the Mariana Trench reaching approximately 10,994 meters below sea level.
Who was appointed as the new President of the World Bank in 2023?
A
Kristalina Georgieva
B
Ajay Banga
C
David Malpass
D
Ngozi Okonkwo
Correct Answer:
B. Ajay Banga
Ajay Banga, an Indian-American business executive, was appointed as the President of the World Bank in 2023, taking office in June 2023.
