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Geography

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General Knowledge

Jaffna is situated in which country?

A
Nepal
B
Sri Lanka
C
Bangladesh
D
Japan
Explanation and memory cue

Jaffna is a city located in the northern part of Sri Lanka, making option B the correct answer.

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United Nations Organizations

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The World Food Programme, an organization of the United Nations, was created at the behest of ____________?

A
U Thant
B
Dwight Eisenhower
C
J.F Kennedy
D
Kissinger
Explanation and memory cue

The World Food Programme (WFP) was established in 1961 as a United Nations program following a proposal by U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower and significant support from U.S. Senator George McGovern, director of the U.S. Food for Peace program. Eisenhower proposed a multilateral food aid program to the UN General Assembly in 1960, which led to the creation of the WFP in 1961. U Thant was not Secretary-General until 1961 and was not the initiator of the WFP. The creation was a multilateral effort with key roles played by the United States, particularly Eisenhower and McGovern. Kennedy supported the program after its creation, and Kissinger was not involved in its founding.

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Biographical Facts

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What was the height of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan?

A
5 feet 8 inches
B
5 feet 10 inches
C
5 feet 3 inches
D
5 feet 2 inches
Explanation and memory cue

Authoritative sources and historical references indicate that Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah's height was approximately 5 feet 10 to 11 inches. The commonly accepted figure is closer to 5 feet 10 inches, making option B the most accurate choice. The previously stated height of 5 feet 8 inches is less supported by reliable sources.

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International Organizations

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The headquarters of ESCAP (Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific) are situated at?

A
Geneva
B
Bangkok
C
Santiago
D
None of the Above
Explanation and memory cue

The headquarters of ESCAP (Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific) is located in Bangkok, Thailand. This is the main regional development arm of the United Nations for the Asia-Pacific region.

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Capital Cities

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General Knowledge

Which is the highest capital city in the world?

A
Belize (Belmopan)
B
La Paz (Bolivia)
C
Quito (Ecuador)
D
Bern (Switzerland)
Explanation and memory cue

La Paz, Bolivia, is the highest capital city in the world by elevation, situated at approximately 3,650 meters (11,975 feet) above sea level, which is higher than the other options listed.

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United Nations Charter

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General Knowledge

The United Nations Charter was signed in ____________?

A
1946
B
1950
C
1947
D
1945
Explanation and memory cue

The United Nations Charter was signed in 1945, marking the official establishment of the UN after World War II to promote international cooperation and peace.

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Athletics Equipment

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General Knowledge

What is the weight of the javelin used in women's javelin throw?

A
400 g
B
800 g
C
600 g
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

According to official athletics rules and specifications from World Athletics, the standard weight of the women's javelin used in official competitions is 600 grams. This corresponds to option C. The previously stated option B (800 g) is the standard weight for the men's javelin, not women's.

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National Action Plan

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General Knowledge

National Action Plan was created in ____________?

A
2013
B
2014
C
2015
D
2016
Explanation and memory cue

The National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) was launched by the Government of India in 2013 to address climate change through various missions. Therefore, 2013 is the correct year of creation.

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Autobiographies

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General Knowledge

My Life is the autobiography of which person?

A
Nelson Mandela
B
Bill Clinton
C
Barack Obama
D
Charles Darwin
Explanation and memory cue

The autobiography titled 'My Life' is notably the memoir of Bill Clinton, published in 2004, which recounts his childhood, political rise, and presidency. Barack Obama's autobiography is titled 'Dreams from My Father,' Nelson Mandela's is 'Long Walk to Freedom,' and Charles Darwin's is 'The Autobiography of Charles Darwin.' Therefore, the correct answer is B, Bill Clinton.

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Capital Cities

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General Knowledge

What is the capital of East Timor?

A
Dili
B
Ottawa
C
Seoul
D
Bangkok
Explanation and memory cue

Dili is the capital city of East Timor, also known as Timor-Leste. The other options are capitals of different countries: Ottawa (Canada), Seoul (South Korea), and Bangkok (Thailand).