If you're looking for a fun and educational way to boost the knowledge of students from classes 6 to 8, here's a perfect collection of 50 general knowledge questions curated by Umendra Sir. These questions cover a wide range of topics including science, geography, history, books, famous personalities, and more. Whether you're preparing for a quiz competition or just want to learn something new, this list is a great way to engage young minds and help them discover interesting facts like who invented the light bulb, which is the largest ocean on Earth, or what the chemical symbol for gold is. It’s a balanced mix of curiosity and learning that makes education enjoyable and exciting.
Class 6 to 8: By – Umendra Sir
1.Q:
Who is the first President of India?
A:
Dr. Rajendra Prasad.
2.Q:
What is the capital of India?
A:
New Delhi.
3.Q:
Which planet is known as the Red Planet?
A:
Mars.
4.Q:
Who invented the light bulb?
A:
Thomas Edison.
5.Q:
What is the largest ocean on Earth?
A:
The Pacific Ocean.
6.Q:
What is the national animal of India?
A:
The Bengal Tiger.
7.Q:
Which is the longest river in the world?
A:
The Nile River.
8.Q:
Who wrote the famous book "Harry Potter"?
A:
J.K. Rowling.
9.Q:
Which animal is known as the King of the Jungle?
A:
Lion.
10.Q:
What is the chemical symbol for water?
A:
H₂O.
11.Q:
What is the currency of the United States?
A:
Dollar (USD).
12.Q:
Who discovered gravity?
A:
Sir Isaac Newton.
13.Q:
What is the largest land animal?
A:
African Elephant.
14.Q:
What is the hardest natural substance on Earth?
A:
Diamond.
15.Q:
Which country is known as the Land of the Rising Sun?
A:
Japan.
16.Q:
Who is the author of the book "Wings of Fire"?
A:
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
17.Q:
What is the smallest continent in the world?
A:
Australia.
18.Q:
Which planet is closest to the Sun?
A:
Mercury.
19.Q:
In which year did India gain independence?
A:
1947.
20.Q:
Who painted the Mona Lisa?
A:
Leonardo da Vinci.
21.Q:
Which is the largest country by area?
A:
Russia.
22.Q:
What is the tallest mountain in the world?
A:
Mount Everest.
23.Q:
What is the smallest bone in the human body?
A:
The stapes bone in the ear.
24.Q:
What is the capital of France?
A:
Paris.
25.Q:
Who was the first man to walk on the Moon?
A:
Neil Armstrong.
26.Q:
What is the currency of the United Kingdom?
A:
Pound Sterling.
27.Q:
Which is the largest mammal on Earth?
A:
Blue Whale.
28.Q:
What is the name of the famous clock tower in London?
A:
Big Ben.
29.Q:
Which country is known for the Great Wall?
A:
China.
30.Q:
What is the largest desert in the world?
A:
The Sahara Desert.
31.Q:
Who was the first woman Prime Minister of India?
A:
Indira Gandhi.
32.Q:
What is the largest island in the world?
A:
Greenland.
33.Q:
Which element has the chemical symbol 'O'?
A:
Oxygen.
34.Q:
Who is the famous scientist who developed the theory of relativity?
A:
Albert Einstein.
35.Q:
What is the national bird of India?
A:
Indian Peafowl (Peacock).
36.Q:
What is the longest river in India?
A:
The Ganges.
37.Q:
Which is the smallest country in the world?
A:
Vatican City.
38.Q:
Which animal is known for its black and white stripes?
A:
Zebra.
39.Q:
What is the capital of Japan?
A:
Tokyo.
40.Q:
Who was the first man to fly in space?
A:
Yuri Gagarin.
41.Q:
Which gas do plants absorb for photosynthesis?
A:
Carbon dioxide (CO₂).
42.Q:
What is the largest volcano in the world?
A:
Mauna Loa in Hawaii.
43.Q:
Which is the fastest land animal?
A:
Cheetah.
44.Q:
Who is the founder of Microsoft?
A:
Bill Gates.
45.Q:
What is the capital of Canada?
A:
Ottawa.
46.Q:
Which bird is known for its ability to mimic sounds?
A:
Parrot.
47.Q:
What is the largest river in South America?
A:
The Amazon River.
48.Q:
What is the chemical symbol for gold?
A:
Au.
49.Q:
What is the name of the longest wall in the world?
A:
The Great Wall of China.
50.Q:
What is the main ingredient in guacamole?
A: Avocado.
