General knowledge is an essential part of learning and helps improve awareness about various subjects, including history, geography, science, and current affairs. Here are some interesting general knowledge questions and answers to test and expand your knowledge.
General Knowledge Questions and Answers
History
Q1: Who was the first President of the United States?
A: George Washington
Q2: Which war was fought between the North and South regions of the United States?
A: The American Civil War (1861–1865)
Q3: Who discovered America?
A: Christopher Columbus in 1492
Q4: What was the ancient name of India?
A: Bharat or Aryavarta
Q5: In which year did World War II end?
A: 1945
Geography
Q6: What is the capital of Australia?
A: Canberra
Q7: Which is the largest continent in the world?
A: Asia
Q8: What is the longest river in the world?
A: The Nile River (Africa)
Q9: Mount Everest is located in which country?
A: Nepal
Q10: Which desert is the largest in the world?
A: The Antarctic Desert (followed by the Sahara Desert)
Science & Technology
Q11: What is the chemical symbol for water?
A: H₂O
Q12: Who invented the telephone?
A: Alexander Graham Bell
Q13: What planet is known as the “Red Planet”?
A: Mars
Q14: What is the hardest natural substance on Earth?
A: Diamond
Q15: What gas do plants absorb from the atmosphere for photosynthesis?
A: Carbon dioxide (CO₂)
Sports
Q16: How many players are there in a standard soccer team?
A: 11 players
Q17: Who has won the most Olympic gold medals in history?
A: Michael Phelps (23 gold medals)
Q18: Which country won the FIFA World Cup in 2018?
A: France
Q19: What is the national sport of Japan?
A: Sumo Wrestling
Q20: Who is known as the “God of Cricket”?
A: Sachin Tendulkar
Current Affairs & Politics
Q21: Who is the current Secretary-General of the United Nations?
A: António Guterres
Q22: Which country recently hosted the FIFA World Cup 2022?
A: Qatar
Q23: What is the full form of COVID-19?
A: Coronavirus Disease 2019
Q24: Which country has the largest population in the world?
A: India (as of 2023, surpassing China)
Q25: Which organization is responsible for space research in India?
A: ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation)
These general knowledge questions cover a wide range of topics and help improve awareness of the world. Keep learning and stay curious! 🚀