Showing 31–40 of 216 questions
Q.31
Medium
World Geography
Which country is known as the 'Land of the Midnight Sun'?
A
Sweden
B
Norway
C
Iceland
D
Finland
Correct Answer:
B. Norway
Explanation:
Norway's far northern regions experience the midnight sun phenomenon due to their location near the Arctic Circle.
Q.32
Medium
World Geography
The Kalahari Desert is primarily located in which country?
A
Kenya
B
South Africa
C
Botswana
D
Namibia
Correct Answer:
C. Botswana
Explanation:
The Kalahari Desert is primarily located in Botswana, though it also extends into Namibia and South Africa.
Q.33
Medium
World Geography
Which river is the longest in Europe?
A
Rhine River
B
Danube River
C
Volga River
D
Thames River
Correct Answer:
C. Volga River
Explanation:
The Volga River in Russia is Europe's longest river, flowing approximately 3,530 km.
Q.34
Medium
World Geography
India won how many medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics?
A
15 medals
B
17 medals
C
19 medals
D
22 medals
Correct Answer:
B. 17 medals
Explanation:
India won 17 medals (6 gold, 7 silver, 4 bronze) at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Q.35
Medium
World Geography
Which Asian country hosted the Asian Games in 2024?
A
Thailand
B
South Korea
C
Indonesia
D
Vietnam
Correct Answer:
A. Thailand
Explanation:
Thailand hosted the 2024 Asian Games in Bangkok, marking the second time the country hosted this major sporting event.
Q.36
Medium
World Geography
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
Explanation:
Ajay Banga, an Indian-American business executive, was appointed as the President of the World Bank in 2023, taking office in June 2023.
Q.37
Medium
World Geography
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
Explanation:
Namibia announced its withdrawal from the ICC in 2024, citing concerns about the court's independence and effectiveness.
Q.38
Medium
World Geography
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
Explanation:
The Strait of Hormuz is located between Iran and Oman, serving as a crucial waterway for global oil trade.
Q.39
Medium
World Geography
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
Explanation:
At the 2023 BRICS Summit, Argentina (later withdrew) and Egypt were invited as new members, along with Ethiopia, Iran, and Saudi Arabia.
Q.40
Medium
World Geography
The Gobi Desert is located primarily in which country?
A
Kazakhstan
B
Mongolia
C
China
D
Russia
Correct Answer:
B. Mongolia
Explanation:
The Gobi Desert is primarily located in Mongolia, though it extends into northern China. It is one of the largest deserts in Asia.
