General Knowledge

The Noorbakhshia order is a well-known Sufi order historically and currently present in Gilgit Baltistan, distinguishing it from other Sufi orders like Naqshbandia, Chistia, and Qalandaria which are more prevalent in other regions.

The University of Bologna, founded in 1088 in Italy, is widely recognized as the oldest university in continuous operation in Europe. The other options are either not universities or not the oldest.

The Arab League was formed on March 22, 1945, in the city of Cairo, Egypt. The founding members included Egypt, Iraq, Transjordan (now Jordan), Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, and Syria. Therefore, the correct answer is D, Cairo, not A, Jeddah.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was founded in 1980, making option C the correct answer. The other years listed do not correspond to the founding year of the BJP.

January 1st is internationally recognized and celebrated as New Year's Day, marking the beginning of the new calendar year.

The Lighthouse of Alexandria, also known as the Pharos of Alexandria, was an ancient lighthouse located on the small island of Pharos near the city of Alexandria in Egypt. It is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

The Lennon Wall is a famous landmark located in Prague, Czech Republic. It is known for its colorful graffiti and messages inspired by John Lennon and peace.

Duki is a district located in the Balochistan province of Pakistan, making option D the correct answer.

A group of cats is called a 'clowder.' The other options refer to groups of different animals: 'shoal' for fish, 'troop' for primates, and 'skulk' can also refer to a group of foxes.

Masherbrum is the mountain peak historically designated as K1 during the Great Trigonometric Survey of British India. The other peaks have different designations or names.

The Great Wall of Gorgan is an ancient defensive wall located in northern Iran, making option C correct. It is sometimes called the 'Red Snake' and is one of the largest defensive walls in the world after the Great Wall of China.

Arif Naqvi is the founder of Abraaj Group, a Dubai-based private equity firm. This is well-documented in business and financial news sources.

Duki, located in Balochistan, Pakistan, is famous for its chromite mineral deposits, making Chromite the correct answer. Coal is not notably associated with Duki.

The "Order of Cloud and Banner" is a prestigious military award in China, given for outstanding contributions to national defense. It is not associated with America, Japan, or North Korea.

The kiwi is a flightless bird native exclusively to New Zealand, making option B the correct answer.

Archaeological research has identified approximately 1300 sites related to the Indus Valley Civilization, making option A the most accurate choice. The other options overestimate the number of known sites.

Amna Imran Khan was appointed as the first female Director General (DG) of the Lahore Development Authority (LDA), making option D the correct answer.

Malam Jabba is a well-known tourist destination located in the Swat Valley of Pakistan, famous for its ski resort and scenic beauty.

The wheel is commonly recognized as a symbol of progress because it represents innovation and advancement in technology and transportation, enabling movement and development.

There are seven months with 31 days in a year: January, March, May, July, August, October, and December. The original explanation omitted December, which also has 31 days. Therefore, the correct answer is C (7 months).

The Orange Revolution was a series of protests and political events that took place in Ukraine in late 2004, following a disputed presidential election. It is well-known as a significant event in Ukraine's recent history.

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) currently has a total of 40 members, which includes 38 jurisdictions and 2 regional organizations. The FATF does not have 'permanent members' in the way some other international bodies do; rather, it has a total membership count. Therefore, the correct total number of members is 40, making option C correct.

White Cane Safety Day, also known as White Cane Day or White Cane Awareness Day, is observed annually on October 15 in the United States. This day recognizes the achievements of people who are blind or visually impaired and the importance of the white cane as a tool of independence. The U.S. Congress officially designated October 15 as White Cane Safety Day in 1964, and it has been celebrated on this date ever since. Therefore, the correct answer is A (15 October).

The world's deepest swimming pool is Deep Dive Dubai, which is 60 meters (200 feet) deep and located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It opened in July 2021 and surpassed the previous record holder, Deepspot in Poland, which is 45 meters deep. Therefore, the correct answer is C (Dubai).

Bread for the World Institute is based in Washington, D.C. It is a well-known Christian advocacy organization focused on ending hunger and poverty globally.