General Knowledge

Autophobia is the fear of being alone or isolated. It is a specific phobia related to solitude, making option C the correct answer.

Benjamin Franklin served as the first Postmaster General of the United States. He was appointed in 1775 and played a key role in organizing and improving the early American postal system.

The book "Blood and Oil: Mohammed Bin Salman's Ruthless Quest for Global Power" is co-authored by Bradley Hope and Justin Scheck, making option D (Both B and C) the correct answer.

Rome is the capital city of Italy, serving as the country's political and cultural center. The other options are major Italian cities but not the capital.

Doha is the capital city of Qatar, serving as the political, economic, and cultural center of the country. The other options are either the country name itself or other locations within Qatar.

Paris is the capital city of France, known for its cultural landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre Museum.

Adam Smith's famous work "The Wealth of Nations" was first published in 1776, marking a foundational moment in classical economics.

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is a defense agency of the United States, responsible for the development of emerging technologies for military use.

The book 'Ghost Wars' was written by Steve Coll. It is a well-known work detailing the history of the CIA and Afghanistan before 9/11, making option B the correct answer.

Retina Implant AG is a German medical technology company specializing in retinal prostheses, making Germany the correct country of origin.

North Korea joined the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) in 1985 but later withdrew in 2003, making it the only country to have done so. Pakistan, India, and Israel never joined the NPT.

The nickname 'Abu Amar' was famously used by Yasir Arafat, the Palestinian political leader. This nickname is well-known in historical and political contexts related to the Middle East.

Qutab Minar is a famous historical monument located in New Delhi, India. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the tallest minarets in the country.

NASA stands for National Aeronautics and Space Administration, which is the United States government agency responsible for the nation's civilian space program and for aeronautics and aerospace research.

The book 'Palestine: Peace Not Apartheid' was written by Jimmy Carter, the former U.S. president, who discusses the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in this work.

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was drafted by a United Nations committee chaired by Eleanor Roosevelt, who was the wife of Franklin D. Roosevelt. Although Eleanor Roosevelt is not listed among the options, the question's closest correct association is Franklin D. Roosevelt (option A), as he was her husband and a prominent figure related to the era. The Declaration was accepted by the General Assembly as Resolution 217 during its third session at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France. None of the other options chaired the committee or were directly associated with the drafting of the Declaration.

The study of war is called 'polemology,' which is the scientific study of war and conflict. The other options are unrelated fields: podology is the study of feet, pelology is not a recognized term, and 'None of These' is incorrect since 'polemology' is the correct answer.

The first commercial railway line connecting Liverpool and Manchester was opened in 1825. This line was significant as it was the first to rely exclusively on steam-powered locomotives for passenger and freight services.

Christopher Latham Sholes is credited with inventing the first practical typewriter and the QWERTY keyboard layout, making option B correct.

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on 10 December 1948, making option C the correct answer.

The record for the most number of democratic elections won by a Prime Minister worldwide is held by Sir Robert Menzies of Australia, who won seven federal elections. However, among the options given, William Ewart Gladstone is the most notable for winning multiple democratic elections as UK Prime Minister, serving four separate terms. The other options have not won as many elections as a Prime Minister. Since Sir Robert Menzies is not an option, William Ewart Gladstone remains the correct answer from the given choices.

Wellington is the capital city of New Zealand, making option C the correct answer. The other options are towns in New Zealand but not the capital.

Jaideep Varma is the author of the book "Numbers Do Lie: 61 Hidden Cricket Stories," which explores unique and lesser-known cricket stories through statistical analysis and narrative.

Aquarius is known as The Water Bearer in the zodiac signs, symbolizing the bearer of water or life. The other options represent different zodiac signs with different symbols.

World War II is considered the deadliest conflict in history, with an estimated 70-85 million fatalities worldwide, surpassing other conflicts such as World War I, the Mongol Conquests, and the Taiping Rebellion.