Current Affairs Quiz - March 2025
1. Where was the 9th National Summit on Public Health Care organized?
[A] Odisha
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Telangana
[D] Karnataka
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Telangana
[D] Karnataka
Correct Answer: A [Odisha]
Notes:
Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda inaugurated the 9th National Summit on Good & Replicable Practices and Innovation in Public Healthcare in Puri, Odisha, on 28th February 2025. Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and other dignitaries attended the event. The two-day summit allows states and Union Territories to showcase best practices and innovations in public healthcare. Participants share knowledge and learn from others’ experiences in tackling public health challenges. The 8th summit was held in Kevadia, Gujarat, in May 2022. The National Health Mission under the Union Health Ministry organizes the summit.
Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda inaugurated the 9th National Summit on Good & Replicable Practices and Innovation in Public Healthcare in Puri, Odisha, on 28th February 2025. Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and other dignitaries attended the event. The two-day summit allows states and Union Territories to showcase best practices and innovations in public healthcare. Participants share knowledge and learn from others’ experiences in tackling public health challenges. The 8th summit was held in Kevadia, Gujarat, in May 2022. The National Health Mission under the Union Health Ministry organizes the summit.
2. Philadelphi Corridor, which was seen in the news, is located along the border of Gaza and which country?
[A] Iraq
[B] Iran
[C] Saudi Arabia
[D] Egypt
[B] Iran
[C] Saudi Arabia
[D] Egypt
Correct Answer: D [Egypt]
Notes:
The Israel-Hamas conflict has escalated, leading to a fragile ceasefire brokered by the US, Egypt, and Qatar. A key issue is Israel’s withdrawal from the Philadelphi Corridor, a strategic area along Gaza’s border with Egypt. The corridor is a 14 km long, 100-meter-wide strip, including the Rafah crossing and Kerem Shalom crossing. It was designated a demilitarized zone under the 1979 Camp David treaty. After Israel withdrew from Gaza in 2005, Egypt and the Palestinian Authority took control, but Hamas seized it in 2007.
The Israel-Hamas conflict has escalated, leading to a fragile ceasefire brokered by the US, Egypt, and Qatar. A key issue is Israel’s withdrawal from the Philadelphi Corridor, a strategic area along Gaza’s border with Egypt. The corridor is a 14 km long, 100-meter-wide strip, including the Rafah crossing and Kerem Shalom crossing. It was designated a demilitarized zone under the 1979 Camp David treaty. After Israel withdrew from Gaza in 2005, Egypt and the Palestinian Authority took control, but Hamas seized it in 2007.
3. Which day is observed as World Civil Defence Day?
[A] March 1
[B] March 2
[C] March 3
[D] March 4
[B] March 2
[C] March 3
[D] March 4
Correct Answer: A [March 1]
Notes:
World Civil Defence Day is celebrated annually on March 1 to raise awareness about civil defence strategies and people’s protection. The day highlights the importance of civil defence in safeguarding people and property from accidents, natural disasters, and crises. It was first observed in the 20th century during times of social, technological, and political upheaval, especially due to nuclear weapons concerns. The United Nations created the International Civil Defence Organisation to coordinate global civil defence efforts. The ninth General Assembly in 1990 designated March 1 as World Civil Defence Day.
World Civil Defence Day is celebrated annually on March 1 to raise awareness about civil defence strategies and people’s protection. The day highlights the importance of civil defence in safeguarding people and property from accidents, natural disasters, and crises. It was first observed in the 20th century during times of social, technological, and political upheaval, especially due to nuclear weapons concerns. The United Nations created the International Civil Defence Organisation to coordinate global civil defence efforts. The ninth General Assembly in 1990 designated March 1 as World Civil Defence Day.
4. Boris Spassky, who recently passed away, was associated with which sports?
[A] Badminton
[B] Boxing
[C] Wrestling
[D] Chess
[B] Boxing
[C] Wrestling
[D] Chess
Correct Answer: D [Chess]
Notes:
Russian chess grandmaster Boris Spassky, the 10th World Chess Champion, has passed away at 88. Spassky was known for his strategic brilliance, sportsmanship, and deep understanding of chess. Born in Leningrad (now St. Petersburg), he became an International Grandmaster in 1955. In 1969, he defeated Tigran Petrosian to become the World Chess Champion. Spassky was famous for his versatile playing style, excelling in both positional and attacking games.
Russian chess grandmaster Boris Spassky, the 10th World Chess Champion, has passed away at 88. Spassky was known for his strategic brilliance, sportsmanship, and deep understanding of chess. Born in Leningrad (now St. Petersburg), he became an International Grandmaster in 1955. In 1969, he defeated Tigran Petrosian to become the World Chess Champion. Spassky was famous for his versatile playing style, excelling in both positional and attacking games.
5. Which city is the host of Payment Security Summit 2025?
[A] Chennai
[B] Hyderabad
[C] New Delhi
[D] Mumbai
[B] Hyderabad
[C] New Delhi
[D] Mumbai
Correct Answer: D [Mumbai]
Notes:
Digital transactions are growing fast, increasing cyber threats and making payment security crucial. QNA is launching the Payment Security Summit & Awards – India in Mumbai on 4th March 2025. The event aims to unite leaders from various sectors to shape secure digital commerce. QNA is a decade-old events organization known for its expertise in hosting business events.
Digital transactions are growing fast, increasing cyber threats and making payment security crucial. QNA is launching the Payment Security Summit & Awards – India in Mumbai on 4th March 2025. The event aims to unite leaders from various sectors to shape secure digital commerce. QNA is a decade-old events organization known for its expertise in hosting business events.
6. Which city is the host of 42nd National Senior Rowing Championship 2025?
[A] Dehradun
[B] Bhopal
[C] Pune
[D] Shimla
[B] Bhopal
[C] Pune
[D] Shimla
Correct Answer: B [Bhopal]
Notes:
CM Mohan Yadav inaugurated the 42nd National Senior Rowing Championship in Bhopal’s Upper Lake. More than 500 competitors from across India are participating in the event, which runs until March 7, 2025. 14 events are featured, including Para Single Scull categories for men and women. Sports complexes will be developed in every assembly constituency to boost sports infrastructure.
CM Mohan Yadav inaugurated the 42nd National Senior Rowing Championship in Bhopal’s Upper Lake. More than 500 competitors from across India are participating in the event, which runs until March 7, 2025. 14 events are featured, including Para Single Scull categories for men and women. Sports complexes will be developed in every assembly constituency to boost sports infrastructure.
7. What is “Bollgard-3” that was recently mentioned in news?
[A] Submarine
[B] Pest-resistant genetically modified (GM) cotton
[C] Asteroid
[D] Invasive plant
[B] Pest-resistant genetically modified (GM) cotton
[C] Asteroid
[D] Invasive plant
Correct Answer: B [Pest-resistant genetically modified (GM) cotton]
Notes:
Farmers in Punjab are demanding Bollgard-3 GM cotton ahead of the sowing season. Bollgard-3 is a pest-resistant genetically modified (GM) cotton, developed by Monsanto over a decade ago. It contains three Bt proteins (Cry1Ac, Cry2Ab, Vip3A) that kill pests by disrupting their gut function. Highly effective against lepidopteran pests like pink bollworm, ensuring better crop yield. Bollgard-1 (2002) and Bollgard-2 (2006) are still used, but they struggle against whitefly and pink bollworm, which emerged in Punjab in 2015-16 and 2018-19.
Farmers in Punjab are demanding Bollgard-3 GM cotton ahead of the sowing season. Bollgard-3 is a pest-resistant genetically modified (GM) cotton, developed by Monsanto over a decade ago. It contains three Bt proteins (Cry1Ac, Cry2Ab, Vip3A) that kill pests by disrupting their gut function. Highly effective against lepidopteran pests like pink bollworm, ensuring better crop yield. Bollgard-1 (2002) and Bollgard-2 (2006) are still used, but they struggle against whitefly and pink bollworm, which emerged in Punjab in 2015-16 and 2018-19.
8. What is the theme of World Obesity Day 2025?
[A] Every Body Needs Everybody
[B] Everybody Needs to Act
[C] Changing Systems, Healthier Lives
[D] Let’s Talk About Obesity
[B] Everybody Needs to Act
[C] Changing Systems, Healthier Lives
[D] Let’s Talk About Obesity
Correct Answer: C [Changing Systems, Healthier Lives]
Notes:
World Obesity Day 2025 was observed on March 4 to address the global obesity crisis. It is organized by the World Obesity Federation with global partners. The theme for 2025 is “Changing Systems, Healthier Lives”. It aims to raise awareness, improve policies, and promote obesity prevention and treatment. India is projected to have over 440 million obese and overweight people by 2050, second only to China. Obesity among Indian boys may rise to 1.6 crore and among girls to 1.44 crore by 2050.
World Obesity Day 2025 was observed on March 4 to address the global obesity crisis. It is organized by the World Obesity Federation with global partners. The theme for 2025 is “Changing Systems, Healthier Lives”. It aims to raise awareness, improve policies, and promote obesity prevention and treatment. India is projected to have over 440 million obese and overweight people by 2050, second only to China. Obesity among Indian boys may rise to 1.6 crore and among girls to 1.44 crore by 2050.
9. Which city has been proposed for the establishment of India’s first integrated API, Green Hydrogen, and 2G Ethanol manufacturing facility?
[A] Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
[B] Solan, Himachal Pradesh
[C] Indore, Madhya Pradesh
[D] Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
[B] Solan, Himachal Pradesh
[C] Indore, Madhya Pradesh
[D] Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
Correct Answer: B [Solan, Himachal Pradesh]
Notes:
India’s first integrated API, Green Hydrogen, and 2G Ethanol manufacturing facility will be set up in Baddi-Barotiwala-Nalagarh, Solan, Himachal Pradesh. The Himachal Pradesh government signed a memorandum with M/s Spray Engineering Devices Limited on 5th March 2025 in Shimla. The project, worth ₹1400 crore, will create 1000 direct jobs. It supports the state’s goal to become India’s first green energy state by March 2026. A 30 MW green hydrogen plant will power the API facility, later expanding to 50 MW. Green hydrogen is produced via electrolysis using renewable energy sources like water, sun, and wind.
India’s first integrated API, Green Hydrogen, and 2G Ethanol manufacturing facility will be set up in Baddi-Barotiwala-Nalagarh, Solan, Himachal Pradesh. The Himachal Pradesh government signed a memorandum with M/s Spray Engineering Devices Limited on 5th March 2025 in Shimla. The project, worth ₹1400 crore, will create 1000 direct jobs. It supports the state’s goal to become India’s first green energy state by March 2026. A 30 MW green hydrogen plant will power the API facility, later expanding to 50 MW. Green hydrogen is produced via electrolysis using renewable energy sources like water, sun, and wind.
10. Which city is the host of Khelo India Para Games (KIPG) 2025?
[A] Hyderabad
[B] New Delhi
[C] Bengaluru
[D] Bhopal
[B] New Delhi
[C] Bengaluru
[D] Bhopal
Correct Answer: B [New Delhi]
Notes:
The Khelo India Para Games (KIPG) 2025 will be held in New Delhi from March 20-27. Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya announced that several international para athletes will participate. This is the second edition of KIPG; the first was held in December 2023 in Delhi. Around 1,230 para athletes will compete in six sports disciplines. Many participants are medallists from the 2024 Paris Paralympics and 2022 Asian Para Games. KIPG is part of the Khelo India mission to promote para sports and provide a platform for talented athletes.
The Khelo India Para Games (KIPG) 2025 will be held in New Delhi from March 20-27. Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya announced that several international para athletes will participate. This is the second edition of KIPG; the first was held in December 2023 in Delhi. Around 1,230 para athletes will compete in six sports disciplines. Many participants are medallists from the 2024 Paris Paralympics and 2022 Asian Para Games. KIPG is part of the Khelo India mission to promote para sports and provide a platform for talented athletes.