1. Where is the headquarters of International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) located?
[A] Montreal, Canada
[B] Paris, France
[C] Beijing, China
[D] Moscow, Russia
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Correct Answer: A [Montreal, Canada]
Notes:
India performed better than the global average in air operations and safety, according to the audit by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) in November 2022. International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) is a United Nations (UN) specialized agency formed under the Chicago Convention of 1944. It works to promote safe, secure, and efficient international air transport for peaceful purposes. It sets global aviation safety and environmental standards and supports economic development of air transport.
2. What is the name of the operation launched by Iran in retaliation against Israel’s Operation Rising Lion?
[A] Operation Desert Storm
[B] Operation Silent Thunder
[C] Operation True Promise 3
[D] Operation Iron Dome
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Correct Answer: C [Operation True Promise 3]
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Iran launched ‘Operation True Promise 3’ in response to Israel’s ‘Operation Rising Lion’, which targeted Iran’s military and nuclear sites. This conflict is rooted in history, as after the 1979 Iranian Revolution, Iran became an Islamic Republic and adopted an anti-Israel policy. Before 1979, Iran and Israel were allies.
3. South Pars gas field, that was recently seen in news, is jointly owned by Iran and which country?
[A] Qatar
[B] Armenia
[C] Turkey
[D] Iraq
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Correct Answer: A [Qatar]
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The military conflict between Tel Aviv and Tehran intensified recently as Israel struck Iran’s South Pars gas field, the largest gas field in the world, located in Bushehr province. South Pars is a joint offshore gas field shared by Iran and Qatar. Iran is the world’s third-largest gas producer after the United States and Russia, with an annual output of about 275 billion cubic meters.
4. Which international organization passed the resolution titled “Skin Diseases as a Global Public Health Priority”?
[A] United Nations General Assembly
[B] World Health Assembly (WHA) of WHO
[C] International Red Cross
[D] None of the Above
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Correct Answer: B [World Health Assembly (WHA) of WHO]
Notes:
The World Health Assembly (WHA) of the World Health Organization (WHO) recently passed a resolution titled “Skin Diseases as a Global Public Health Priority.” The resolution highlights that skin diseases affect 1.9 billion people worldwide, yet are often underfunded and neglected, especially in low- and middle-income countries. It was strongly supported by the International League of Dermatologic Societies (ILDS), the world’s largest dermatology alliance. The resolution calls for a Global Action Plan focused on prevention, early detection, effective treatment, and long-term care of skin diseases. It urges increased health investment and promotes research, surveillance, and better data collection.
5. What is the name of the evacuation operation launched by the Indian government to rescue Indian nationals from Iran?
[A] Operation Sindhu
[B] Operation Samudra Setu
[C] Operation Ganga
[D] Operation Raksha
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Correct Answer: A [Operation Sindhu]
Notes:
On June 18, 2025, the Indian government launched Operation Sindhu to evacuate Indian nationals from Iran amid the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict. In the first phase, 110 Indian students were safely evacuated from northern Iran. Iran’s Deputy Ambassador to India, Mohammad Javad Hosseini, assured full cooperation in ensuring the safety of Indian citizens. Operation Sindhu highlights India’s active role in protecting its citizens during international crises.
6. The Bajau Tribe is primarily found in which countries?
[A] Nepal, Bhutan and India
[B] Chile, Peru and Brazil
[C] Myanmar, Laos and Cambodia
[D] Indonesia, Malaysia and Philippines
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Correct Answer: D [Indonesia, Malaysia and Philippines]
Notes:
The Bajau tribe, also known as the Sama-Bajau, lives in coastal areas of Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines and depends entirely on the sea. They are excellent free divers, diving 20–30 meters deep and holding their breath for 5–13 minutes without equipment. Recent research shows that the Bajau have spleens that are 50% larger than average, helping them dive longer and deeper. This adaptation is linked to a variation in the PDE10A gene.
7. What is the name of the military operation launched by Iran targeting the United States’ Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar?
[A] Operation Martyrs’ Dawn
[B] Operation Desert Shield
[C] Operation Bashayer Al-Fath
[D] None of the Above
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Correct Answer: C [Operation Bashayer Al-Fath]
Notes:
On June 23, 2025, Iran launched Operation Bashayer Al-Fath, meaning Annunciation of Victory, targeting the United States’ Al-Udeid Air Base in Doha, Qatar. This was a response to Operation Midnight Hammer, where the United States attacked three Iranian nuclear sites using GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator bombs and Tomahawk missiles. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) confirmed the missile attack, calling it a response to U.S. aggression and violation of international law. Iran declared it will never compromise on its territorial integrity, sovereignty, and national security.
8. The Maputo Protocol was adopted by which organization?
[A] European Union (EU)
[B] African Union (EU)
[C] United Nations (UN)
[D] North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
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Correct Answer: B [African Union (EU)]
Notes:
On July 11, 2025, the Maputo Protocol marked its 22nd anniversary, prompting calls for stronger implementation and removal of state reservations. Officially named the Protocol to the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights on the Rights of Women in Africa, it was adopted by the African Union (AU) in Maputo, Mozambique on July 11, 2003. The protocol aims to protect and empower women and girls across Africa, with a focus on healthcare, legal rights, and political participation.
9. Yulia Svyrydenko has been appointed as the new Prime Minister of which country in July 2025?
[A] Malaysia
[B] Ukraine
[C] France
[D] Brazil
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Correct Answer: B [Ukraine]
Notes:
Recently, Ukraine’s parliament appointed Yulia Svyrydenko as the country’s new Prime Minister, the first in five years. This is part of a major cabinet reshuffle aimed at improving wartime governance as peace with Russia remains uncertain. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy tasked her with boosting domestic weapons production and reviving Ukraine’s loan-dependent economy. The target is to increase domestic weapons use on the battlefield from 40% to 50% in six months. Key goals also include deregulation and expanding economic cooperation with allies.
10. Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC) was jointly established by which two organizations?
[A] World Trade Organization (WTO) and United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF)
[B] Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and World Health Organization (WHO)
[C] World Health Organization (WHO) and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
[D] World Bank and Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
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Correct Answer: B [Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and World Health Organization (WHO)]
Notes:
India’s role in global food standards was appreciated at the 88th session of the Executive Committee of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CCEXEC 88). The session was recently held at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Headquarters in Rome from 14th to 18th July 2025. The Committee reviewed India-led work on Millets Group Standards and praised the efforts. The Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC) is the global body for setting international food standards. was established by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the World Health Organization (WHO). Its main goal is to protect consumer health and ensure fair practices in international food trade.