Tahsili General Knowledge 2

Question 1

What is the capital city of Saudi Arabia?

Accepted Answer

Riyadh

Answer

Riyadh is the capital and largest city of Saudi Arabia. It serves as the political, administrative, and financial center. The name 'Riyadh' comes from the Arabic word for gardens, reflecting the city's historical oasis setting.

Question 2

What is NEOM?

Accepted Answer

A planned $500 billion mega-city and economic zone in northwestern Saudi Arabia featuring futuristic technologies

Answer

NEOM is a planned smart city and economic zone on the Red Sea coast in Tabuk province. It features projects like THE LINE (a linear city), Trojena (winter tourism), and Oxagon (industrial city). NEOM represents Saudi Arabia's post-oil economic vision.

Question 3

What is the currency of Saudi Arabia?

Accepted Answer

Saudi Riyal (SAR)

Answer

The Saudi Riyal (SAR) is the official currency, pegged to the US dollar at a fixed rate of 3.75 SAR per 1 USD since 1986. It is divided into 100 halalas. The Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority (now Saudi Central Bank - SAMA) manages monetary policy.

Question 4

What are the two holy mosques of Islam located in Saudi Arabia?

Accepted Answer

Masjid al-Haram in Makkah and Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah

Answer

The Two Holy Mosques (Al-Haramain): Masjid al-Haram in Makkah (site of the Kaaba, the holiest site in Islam) and Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah (the Prophet's Mosque). The Saudi King holds the title 'Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques.'

Question 5

What is the importance of the G20 for Saudi Arabia?

Accepted Answer

Saudi Arabia is a G20 member and hosted the 2020 summit, representing its status as a major global economy

Answer

Saudi Arabia is the only Arab nation in the G20, the world's major economies forum. Saudi Arabia hosted the G20 summit in November 2020 (virtually). Membership reflects Saudi Arabia's status as a top-20 global economy and its influence in energy markets.

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