General Knowledge

The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement's headquarters is located in Geneva, Switzerland. This is the recognized global center for the organization's humanitarian activities.

The Nobel Peace Prize in 2012 was awarded to the European Union (EU) for its efforts to promote peace and reconciliation, democracy, and human rights in Europe. The other options did not receive the prize that year.

The Durand Line, which demarcates the boundary between Afghanistan and British India (now Pakistan), was established in 1897. Therefore, option D is correct.

The North Atlantic Treaty, which established NATO, was signed in 1949. This treaty created a military alliance between North American and European countries for mutual defense.

The second largest continent by area is North America, after Asia which is the largest. Africa is the third largest, and Europe is smaller than both.

Alfred Nobel was Swedish. He was born in Stockholm, Sweden, and is best known for establishing the Nobel Prizes.

Historical records suggest that the construction of the Taj Mahal involved a workforce of approximately 20,000 to 60,000 people, with many sources citing around 60,000 as the peak number of workers involved. Therefore, option C (60,000) is the most accurate choice.

The United Nations Security Council has 15 members in total, of which 5 are permanent and 10 are non-permanent members elected for two-year terms.

The Nobel Prize is awarded in six fields: Physics, Chemistry, Physiology or Medicine, Literature, Peace, and the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel (commonly known as the Nobel Prize in Economics). Although the original will of Alfred Nobel specified five fields, the Economics Prize was established later in 1968 and is considered part of the Nobel Prize family. Therefore, the correct number of fields is 6.

Siam Center is a well-known shopping mall located in Bangkok, Thailand, making option C the correct answer.

Asia is the largest continent by area, covering about 30% of the Earth's land surface, which is significantly larger than Europe, Africa, or North America.

The French East India Company, officially known as the Compagnie Française des Indes Orientales, was established in 1664 by Jean-Baptiste Colbert under the reign of King Louis XIV. This is confirmed by multiple authoritative sources including Encyclopedia Britannica.

The permanent Secretariat of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) is located in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This is the official headquarters where the organization's administrative functions are carried out.

Bermuda's national flag features the Union Jack and a shield depicting a shipwreck, specifically the Sea Venture shipwreck, making it unique among national flags.

Canada does not have veto power in the United Nations Security Council. The five permanent members with veto power are the United States, United Kingdom, France, Russia, and China.

Amnesty International's headquarters is located in London, United Kingdom. This is a well-known fact about the organization.

Waqar-ul-Hassan is credited with designing Pakistan's first stamp ticket. This is supported by available information from philatelic sources and historical records related to Pakistan's postal history. Abdur Rehman Chughtai was a famous artist but is not known for designing the first stamp ticket. Rehmat Ali is known for proposing the name 'Pakistan' but not for stamp design.

Norway is not a member of the European Union, whereas Ireland, Malta, and Estonia are all EU member countries. Therefore, Norway is the correct answer as the country not in the EU.

Honey has natural preservatives and low moisture content, allowing it to remain edible for centuries without spoiling, unlike butter, cheese, or yogurt which spoil relatively quickly.

The Five Eyes Intelligence-sharing Alliance consists of the United States, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. These countries collaborate on intelligence matters, making option C the correct answer.

The TAPI Gas Pipeline Project involves four countries: Turkmenistan, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India. Therefore, the correct answer is 4.

Traditionally, a snowman's nose is made out of a carrot, which is a common and recognizable choice for this feature in popular culture and folklore.

India shares water resources with Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Nepal, and there have been disputes or conflicts over water sharing with all three countries at different times. Hence, 'All Of Them' is the correct answer.

The World Bank is the organization that publishes the World Development Report annually, including the 2023 edition. This report provides in-depth analysis of global development issues.

In some regions of Java, Indonesia, couples are encouraged or required to plant trees before marriage as part of environmental conservation traditions. This practice symbolizes responsibility, growth, and commitment toward both family and nature.