1. Which Indian city is the host of Second World Health Organization (WHO) Global Traditional Medicine Summit 2025?
[A] Chennai
[B] Hyderabad
[C] Bengaluru
[D] New Delhi
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Correct Answer: D [New Delhi]
Notes:
Recently, during the Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (GPDRR) 2025 in Geneva, India expressed full support for the Second World Health Organization (WHO) Global Traditional Medicine Summit, which will be hosted in New Delhi in December 2025. This summit, organized by the WHO Global Traditional Medicine Centre, aims to align stakeholders, share evidence, and accelerate learning in the field of traditional medicine. The summit will explore how traditional medicine can restore balance in an era of instability, focusing on scientific innovations, including AI and biodiversity protection.
2. Which country has partnered with the World Health Organization (WHO) to launch a humanitarian initiative on Socotra Island?
[A] Saudi Arabia
[B] Oman
[C] Qatar
[D] United Arab Emirates (UAE)
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Correct Answer: D [United Arab Emirates (UAE)]
Notes:
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have launched a two-year humanitarian initiative to fight severe malnutrition on Yemen’s Socotra Island. Socotra Island faces a health emergency with a Global Acute Malnutrition (GAM) rate of 10.9% and Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) rate of 1.6% among children under five. The program focuses on reducing maternal and child deaths caused by malnutrition through food, health, and awareness support. It includes strengthening healthcare systems by training staff, supplying medicine, and improving epidemic response capacity.
3. Which organization has released the first State of the World’s Animal Health report in May 2025?
[A] World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH)
[B] Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
[C] International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
[D] World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
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Correct Answer: A [World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) ]
Notes:
The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) recently released the first State of the World’s Animal Health report. It highlights that infectious animal diseases are now spreading to new regions and species, with 47 percent having zoonotic potential, meaning they can spread to humans. In 2024, Bluetongue virus affected 3,517 cases in 23 countries, and Germany saw its first foot-and-mouth disease outbreak since 1988. Between 2005 and 2023, nearly half the WOAH-listed diseases reported were zoonotic, posing a risk to human health. The report warns that climate change and global trade are key drivers behind the rising spread of these diseases. Preventing diseases reduces the need for antibiotics and helps fight antimicrobial resistance (AMR), which could cause huge losses. By 2050, AMR could result in livestock loss, threaten food for two billion people, and cause a US$100 trillion economic loss.
4. The World Health Organization (WHO) has adopted the first-ever WHO Pandemic Agreement at which event?
[A] 78th World Health Assembly, Geneva
[B] 8th Global Public Health Conference, Bangkok
[C] Digital Health Festival, Melbourne
[D] International Conference on Medical and Health Sciences (ICMHS), New Delhi
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Correct Answer: A [78th World Health Assembly, Geneva]
Notes:
Member countries of the World Health Organization (WHO) have adopted the first-ever WHO Pandemic Agreement at the 78th World Health Assembly, Geneva. This agreement is the result of over three years of negotiations following the COVID-19 pandemic. It aims to improve global cooperation for pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response through fair access to vaccines, medicines, and tests. A Pathogen Access and Benefit Sharing system (PABS) will be developed to ensure countries sharing virus samples receive timely support. Under PABS, pharma companies will give WHO 20% of real-time production for equitable distribution, especially to developing nations.
5. With respect to the World Health Organization (WHO), consider the following statements:
- Established in 1948, WHO is a UN agency that promotes health, ensures safety, and supports the vulnerable for global well-being.
- The WHO’s headquarters is located in Geneva, Switzerland.
- Recently, the U.S. and Russia both withdrew from WHO.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only one
[B] Only two
[C] Only three
[D] None
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Correct Answer: B [Only two]
Notes:- Established in 1948, WHO is a UN agency that promotes health, ensures safety, and supports the vulnerable for global well-being. Correct: The World Health Organization (WHO), established in 1948, is a specialized agency of the United Nations that connects nations, partners and people to promote health, keep the world safe and serve the vulnerable – so everyone, everywhere can attain the highest level of health.
- The WHO’s headquarters is located in Geneva, Switzerland. Correct: The headquarters of the WHO is located in Geneva, Switzerland, serving as the central hub for its operations and international collaborations.
- Recently, the U.S. and Russia both withdrew from WHO. Incorrect: Though the US exited but Russia is a member of the World Health Organization (WHO).
6. Which country has been certified malaria-free by the World Health Organization (WHO) in January 2025?
[A] Azerbaijan
[B] Georgia
[C] Armenia
[D] Moldova
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Correct Answer: B [Georgia]
Notes:
Georgia has been certified malaria-free by the World Health Organization. It is located at the intersection of Eastern Europe and West Asia, in the Transcaucasia region. Malaria is a life-threatening fever caused by Plasmodium parasites spread by infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. It is primarily found in tropical countries and is not contagious. The disease cannot spread from person to person; transmission occurs through mosquito bites.
7. Consider the following statements regarding malaria:
- Georgia has been certified malaria-free by the World Health Organization (WHO).
- Malaria is a contagious disease transmitted through the bites of female Anopheles mosquitoes.
- The first symptoms of malaria usually appear within 10–15 days after being bitten by an infected mosquito.
Which of the following statements is/are correct?
[A] Only one
[B] Only two
[C] Only three
[D] None
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Correct Answer: B [Only two ]
Notes:- Georgia has been certified malaria-free by the World Health Organization (WHO). Correct: Following a nearly century-long effort, Georgia has been certified malaria-free by the World Health Organization (WHO).
- Malaria is a contagious disease transmitted through the bites of female Anopheles mosquitoes. Incorrect: Malaria is an acute febrile illness caused by Plasmodium parasites, spread through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. It is a life-threatening disease mainly found in tropical regions and is not contagious.
- The first symptoms of malaria usually appear within 10–15 days after being bitten by an infected mosquito. Correct: The first symptoms of malaria usually begin within 10–15 days after the bite from an infected mosquito. Fever, headache and chills are typically experienced, though these symptoms may be mild and difficult to recognize as malaria.
8. Recently, which country has announced its exit from the World Health Organization (WHO)?
[A] United States of America (USA)
[B] Russia
[C] India
[D] France
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Correct Answer: A [United States of America (USA)]
Notes:
The United States announced its exit from the World Health Organization (WHO), with President Donald Trump citing mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic and political influence from member states. Trump criticized the WHO for “unfair payments” and claimed it failed to act independently from countries like China. The U.S. contributes around 18% of WHO’s funding, with its 2024-2025 budget at $6.8 billion. Trump accused the WHO of aiding China’s efforts to mislead about COVID-19 origins, a claim the WHO denies. The withdrawal will take 12 months, ending U.S. financial contributions to the agency.
9. According to World Health Organization, which country has reported the highest global burden of cholera?
[A] Yemen
[B] Egypt
[C] Iran
[D] Kuwait
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Correct Answer: A [Yemen]
Notes:
Yemen is the most cholera-affected country globally, as reported by the World Health Organization (WHO). Cholera is a diarrheal infection caused by consuming food or water contaminated with Vibrio cholerae. Most cases show mild or no symptoms and can be treated with oral rehydration solution, but it can be fatal without prompt treatment. Safe access to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) is critical for cholera prevention. The Oral Cholera Vaccine (OCV) is an effective tool for cholera prevention and control.
10. The World Health Organization (WHO) has designated which day as “Ayush Medical Coding and Records Day”?
[A] January 5
[B] January 8
[C] January 9
[D] January 10
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Correct Answer: D [January 10]
Notes:
WHO declared January 10 as “Ayush Medical Coding and Records Day,” starting next year. The announcement was made at the 10th World Ayurveda Congress in Dehradun, India. Ayush represents traditional practices like yoga, naturopathy, Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy. The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) will lead the observance. The Hyderabad-based National Institute of Indian Medical Heritage (NIIMH), WHO’s collaboration center in India, will work with CCRAS. Their goal is to develop a roadmap for capacity building and global classification of traditional health interventions. The initiative promotes evidence-based traditional medicine and global integration of ancient systems.
