March 2025 Current Affairs MCQs for PPSC & FPSC

Other • 2025

Current Affairs

Topic: Social Issues
1

What is the rank of Pakistan in world happiness index 2025?

102
105
109
112
View Detailed Explanation Ans: 109

Correct Answer: 109

Pakistan ranked 109 out of the surveyed countries in the World Happiness Report 2025, reflecting socio-economic challenges.

3

Which is the happiest country in the world as per world happiness index 2025?

Denmark
Finland
Iceland
Sweden
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Finland

Correct Answer: Finland

Finland has consistently maintained its position as the world's happiest country, supported by strong social welfare and high life expectancy.

14

When is world civil defense day is celebrated?

28 February
1 March
2 March
3 March
View Detailed Explanation Ans: 1 March

Correct Answer: 1 March

World Civil Defence Day is marked globally on March 1 to highlight the importance of civil protection and emergency preparedness.

24

International women day is celebrated on which date ?

6 March
7 March
8 March
9 March
View Detailed Explanation Ans: 8 March

Correct Answer: 8 March

International Women's Day is celebrated globally on March 8 to recognize women's achievements and advocate for gender equality.

41

What is the rank of pakistan in world happiness index 2025?

102
105
109
112
View Detailed Explanation Ans: 109

Correct Answer: 109

Pakistan ranked 109 out of the surveyed countries in the World Happiness Report 2025.

Topic: Sports
2

Pakistan won how many gold medals in special OLYMPICS world winter games 2025?

8 Medals
9 Medals
11 Medals
15 Medals
View Detailed Explanation Ans: 11 Medals

Correct Answer: 11 Medals

Pakistani athletes delivered outstanding performances at the Special Olympics World Winter Games 2025, securing a total of 11 medals.

5

Name the famous american long jumper who recently passsed away?

Carl Lewis
Mike Powell
Greg bell
Bob Beamon
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Greg bell

Correct Answer: Greg bell

Greg Bell, an American long jumper who won a gold medal at the 1956 Melbourne Olympics, recently passed away.

6

Who has become the first female manager of pakistan cricket board?

Sana Mir
Hina Munawar
Bismah Maroof
Nida Dar
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Hina Munawar

Correct Answer: Hina Munawar

Hina Munawar made history by becoming the first female manager appointed by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

9

The team of which country is the winner of ICC women under 19 world cup 2025?

Australia
England
India
Pakistan
View Detailed Explanation Ans: India

Correct Answer: India

The Indian women's cricket team clinched the ICC Under-19 Women's T20 World Cup title in 2025.

10

Name the famous american long jumper who recently passsed away?

Carl Lewis
Mike Powell
Greg bell
Bob Beamon
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Greg bell

Correct Answer: Greg bell

Greg Bell, an American long jumper who won a gold medal at the 1956 Melbourne Olympics, recently passed away.

13

which country chess grand master named boris spassky has dies at the age of 88?

USA
Russia
Ukraine
Georgia
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Russia

Correct Answer: Russia

Boris Spassky, a legendary chess Grandmaster from Russia and former World Chess Champion, passed away at the age of 88.

15

Name the famous american long jumper who recently passsed away?

Carl Lewis
Mike Powell
Greg bell
Bob Beamon
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Greg bell

Correct Answer: Greg bell

Greg Bell, an American long jumper who won a gold medal at the 1956 Melbourne Olympics, recently passed away.

19

Cool brower Has become has become the first women from which country to sail around the world?

UK
Australia
America
France
View Detailed Explanation Ans: America

Correct Answer: America

Cole Brauer became the first American woman to race solo, nonstop around the world, making maritime history.

30

The final of icc champion trophy was held between which countries ?

Pakistan and India
New zealand and india
Australia and England
South Africa and New Zealand
View Detailed Explanation Ans: New zealand and india

Correct Answer: New zealand and india

The highly anticipated final of the ICC Champions Trophy was contested between the national cricket teams of New Zealand and India.

32

Special winter olympics games will be held in which country ?

France
Itlay
Switzerland
Austria
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Itlay

Correct Answer: Itlay

The 2025 Special Olympics World Winter Games were hosted in Italy, bringing together athletes with intellectual disabilities.

42

How many medals Pakistan won in special world winter Olympics games held in Italy?

8 Medals
9 Medals
11 Medals
15 Medals
View Detailed Explanation Ans: 11 Medals

Correct Answer: 11 Medals

Pakistani athletes showcased outstanding skills at the Special Olympics World Winter Games in Italy, securing 11 medals.

47

How many times India has won icc champion cricket trophy ?

1 time
2 times
3 times
4 times
View Detailed Explanation Ans: 3 times

Correct Answer: 3 times

India secured its third ICC Champions Trophy title, establishing its dominance in international One Day International (ODI) cricket.

Topic: Environment
4

Which country is hosting the first ever international conference on carbon markete 2025?

India
China
USA
France
View Detailed Explanation Ans: India

Correct Answer: India

India hosted the first-ever international conference on carbon markets in 2025, aiming to establish robust frameworks for global carbon trading.

Topic: Defense
7

which country recently tested Etermand and ghadr 380 missiles?

North Korea
Iran
Russia
Israel
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Iran

Correct Answer: Iran

Iran successfully test-fired the Etemad and Ghadr 380 ballistic missiles amid rising regional tensions.

18

which country has successfully tested Angara a-5 missile?

USA
China
Russia
India
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Russia

Correct Answer: Russia

Russia successfully test-launched the Angara A5 heavy-lift rocket, marking a significant milestone in its modern space program.

Topic: Politics
8

Who has become the first Muslim women federal in AMERICA?

Ilhan Omar
Rashida Tlaib
Saima Mohsin
Nadia Kahf
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Saima Mohsin

Correct Answer: Saima Mohsin

Saima Mohsin served as the first Muslim woman in a prominent federal attorney role in the United States.

11

who is current Advocate general of Punjab?

Ahmad Awais
Amjad Pervaiz
Shah Khawar
Mansoor Usman Awan
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Amjad Pervaiz

Correct Answer: Amjad Pervaiz

Amjad Pervaiz, a prominent legal expert, was appointed as the Advocate General of Punjab to represent the provincial government.

17

Screttha Thavisin was the prime minsiter of which country who has recently been removed from the post?

Malaysia
Thailand
Vietnam
Cambodia
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Thailand

Correct Answer: Thailand

Srettha Thavisin was removed from his position as the Prime Minister of Thailand following a Constitutional Court ruling.

21

who has recently been appointed advocate general of balochistan?

Amanullah Kanrani
Adnan basharat
Ali Zaidi
Kamran Murtaza
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Adnan basharat

Correct Answer: Adnan basharat

Adnan Basharat was appointed as the new Advocate General of Balochistan to handle the province's legal matters.

22

who is current railway minister of pakistan?

Khawaja Saad Rafique
Sheikh Rasheed
Muhammad Haneef Abbasi
Azam Khan Swati
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Muhammad Haneef Abbasi

Correct Answer: Muhammad Haneef Abbasi

Muhammad Haneef Abbasi serves as the current Federal Minister for Railways in the Pakistani government.

23

Who has recently been appointed federal minister of science and technology?

Fawad Chaudhry
khalid magsi
Shibli Faraz
Amin ul Haque
View Detailed Explanation Ans: khalid magsi

Correct Answer: khalid magsi

Khalid Magsi took charge as the Federal Minister for Science and Technology to boost research and innovation in Pakistan.

25

Whst id the rank of pakistan in democracy index in 2025?

118
120
124
130
View Detailed Explanation Ans: 124

Correct Answer: 124

Pakistan ranked 124 in the Democracy Index 2025, reflecting the country's ongoing political and institutional challenges.

28

Amjad pervaiz is the current advocate general of?

Sindh
Punjab
Balochistan
KPK
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Punjab

Correct Answer: Punjab

Amjad Pervaiz serves as the Advocate General of Punjab, acting as the principal law officer of the province.

34

In march 2025 oic reactivated the membership of which country after almost 13 years ?

Iran
Syria
Yemen
Qatar
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Syria

Correct Answer: Syria

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) reinstated Syria's membership after 13 years, signaling a shift in regional diplomatic relations.

37

who is going to be next chancellor of Germany?

Olaf Scholz
Angela Merkel
Freidrich MerZ
Annalena Baerbock
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Freidrich MerZ

Correct Answer: Freidrich MerZ

Friedrich Merz emerged as the next Chancellor of Germany, leading a shift in the country's political landscape.

38

Which province has recently passed resolution demanding halt to plan of canals on indus river?

Punjab
Sindh
Balochistan
KPK
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Sindh

Correct Answer: Sindh

The Sindh Assembly unanimously passed a resolution opposing the construction of new canals on the Indus River due to severe water scarcity concerns.

48

Who is the current leader of Syria ?

Bashar al-Assad
Ahmad Al sahara
Abu Mohammad al-Julani
Ali Mamlouk
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Ahmad Al sahara

Correct Answer: Ahmad Al sahara

Ahmad Al Sharaa emerged as the new leader in Syria following significant rebel advancements and shifts in power dynamics.

49

who recently became the prime minister canada?

Justin Trudeau
Pierre Poilievre
The Right Honorable Mark Carney
Jagmeet Singh
View Detailed Explanation Ans: The Right Honorable Mark Carney

Correct Answer: The Right Honorable Mark Carney

The Right Honourable Mark Carney assumed the role of Prime Minister of Canada, bringing his extensive economic expertise to the nation's top office.

50

President asif ali zardari gave pakistan top civillian honor nishane pakistan to whome?

Benazir Bhutto (Late)
Zulfiqar ali bhutto(Late)
Nawaz Sharif
Imran Khan
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Zulfiqar ali bhutto(Late)

Correct Answer: Zulfiqar ali bhutto(Late)

President Asif Ali Zardari posthumously awarded the Nishan-e-Pakistan to former Prime Minister Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto for his democratic contributions.

51

Which two countries are engaged in ceasefire talks regarding the black sea ?

Ukraine and Russia
U.S and Russia
Turkey and Russia
UK and Ukraine
View Detailed Explanation Ans: U.S and Russia

Correct Answer: U.S and Russia

The United States and Russia engaged in sensitive negotiations aimed at establishing a ceasefire and stability in the Black Sea region.

52

Turkish university cancels the degree of the Istanbul mayor due to ?

Plagiarism
Court cases
Corruption
Disciplinary issues
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Court cases

Correct Answer: Court cases

A Turkish university revoked the academic degree of the Istanbul Mayor citing ongoing political and legal court cases.

54

who recently became the prime minister canada?

Justin Trudeau
Pierre Poilievre
The Right Honorable Mark Carney
Jagmeet Singh
View Detailed Explanation Ans: The Right Honorable Mark Carney

Correct Answer: The Right Honorable Mark Carney

The Right Honourable Mark Carney assumed the role of Prime Minister of Canada, bringing his extensive economic expertise to the nation's top office.

55

President asif ali zardari gave pakistan top civillian honor nishane pakistan to whome?

Benazir Bhutto (Late)
Zulfiqar ali bhutto(Late)
Nawaz Sharif
Imran Khan
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Zulfiqar ali bhutto(Late)

Correct Answer: Zulfiqar ali bhutto(Late)

President Asif Ali Zardari posthumously awarded the Nishan-e-Pakistan to former Prime Minister Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto for his democratic contributions.

Topic: Health
12

When is world hearing day is celebrated ?

1 March
2 March
3 March
4 March
View Detailed Explanation Ans: 3 March

Correct Answer: 3 March

World Hearing Day is observed annually on March 3 to raise awareness about preventing deafness and promoting ear care.

16

Which disease has recently been declared a global health emergency by WHO?

COVID-19
Mpox
Ebola
Zika
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Mpox

Correct Answer: Mpox

The World Health Organization (WHO) declared Mpox a global health emergency due to its rapid spread and the emergence of new strains.

Topic: Economy
20

Which airline has topped world best global airline list 2024 ?

Emirates
Singapore Airlines
Qatarairways
ANA
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Qatarairways

Correct Answer: Qatarairways

Qatar Airways was named the World's Best Airline for 2024, recognized for its exceptional service and modern fleet.

26

As per world bank, pakistan requires how much how much investment by 2030 to address climate change?

$ 250
$ 300
$ 348
$ 400
View Detailed Explanation Ans: $ 348

Correct Answer: $ 348

The World Bank estimates that Pakistan needs $348 billion in investments by 2030 to build climate resilience and transition to low-carbon energy.

33

Current interest rate of Pakistan is?

10%
12%
15%
22%
View Detailed Explanation Ans: 12%

Correct Answer: 12%

The State Bank of Pakistan maintained the benchmark interest rate at 12% to manage inflation and stabilize the economy.

Topic: Education
27

Which Pakistani has recently been elected as president of oxford union ?

Israr Kakar
Moosa Harraj
Benazir Bhutto
Bilawal Bhutto
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Moosa Harraj

Correct Answer: Moosa Harraj

Moosa Harraj, a Pakistani student, was elected President of the prestigious Oxford Union, a historic achievement.

36

Which pakistani university secured 127 position in world qs ranking?

LUMS
NUST
QAU
PU
View Detailed Explanation Ans: NUST

Correct Answer: NUST

The National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) in Pakistan achieved the 127th rank in the prestigious QS World University Rankings.

Topic: Security
29

Passenger of pakistani train jafer express have recently been taken hostage in which area ?

Sindh
Punjab
Balochistan
KPK
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Balochistan

Correct Answer: Balochistan

Armed militants held passengers of the Jaffar Express hostage during a major security incident in Balochistan.

31

Security forces killed 10 terrorists in which area KPK?

Swat Valley
Waziristan
Jandola area
Khyber Pass
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Jandola area

Correct Answer: Jandola area

Pakistani security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation in the Jandola area of KPK, neutralizing 10 terrorists.

35

As per Pakistani army who is the main sponsor of recent attacks on jafer express in balochistan?

Afghanistan
Iran
India
Israel
View Detailed Explanation Ans: India

Correct Answer: India

The Pakistani military accused India of acting as the primary sponsor of the militant attacks targeting the Jaffar Express in Balochistan.

39

As per global terrorism index 2025, which is the second most terrorism afected country?

Afghanistan
Pakistan
Iraq
Syria
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Pakistan

Correct Answer: Pakistan

The Global Terrorism Index 2025 ranked Pakistan as the second most heavily impacted country by terrorism globally.

40

Afghan citizen card holder have been asked to leave pakistan by which date?

15 March
31 March
30 April
31 May
View Detailed Explanation Ans: 31 March

Correct Answer: 31 March

The Government of Pakistan set a deadline of March 31 for Afghan Citizen Card holders to leave the country voluntarily.

43

Name the religious Scholar who died suicide blast in 2025 in Akora khattak?

Maulana Samiul Haq
Maulana Hamidulhaq
Maulana Fazlur Rehman
Tariq Jamil
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Maulana Hamidulhaq

Correct Answer: Maulana Hamidulhaq

Maulana Hamidul Haq, a prominent religious scholar, tragically lost his life in a suicide blast in Akora Khattak.

44

Which top commander of Daesh has recently been capturered by Pakistani forces ?

Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi
Muhammad Sharifullah JafFar
Hafiz Gul Bahadur
Mangal Bagh
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Muhammad Sharifullah JafFar

Correct Answer: Muhammad Sharifullah JafFar

Pakistani security forces successfully captured Muhammad Sharifullah Jaffar, identified as a high-ranking commander of Daesh.

45

Which organization recently claimed the responsibility of the bannu killings ?

TTP
Hafiz gulbahar Group
BLA
Daesh
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Hafiz gulbahar Group

Correct Answer: Hafiz gulbahar Group

The Hafiz Gulbahar Group publicly claimed responsibility for the targeted killings in the Bannu district.

Topic: Science & Tech
46

What is the name of world fastest high speed train unveiled by china ?

Maglev 600
cr450
Harmony 380
Fuxing
View Detailed Explanation Ans: cr450

Correct Answer: cr450

China unveiled the CR450, its newest high-speed train capable of operating at world-record speeds, advancing its railway technology.

53

Which company received temporary registration in paksitan as mentione dby the it minister shaza fatima statement ?

Amazon
Starlink
SpaceX
Meta
View Detailed Explanation Ans: Starlink

Correct Answer: Starlink

Starlink, SpaceX's satellite internet division, received temporary operational registration in Pakistan to enhance digital connectivity across the country.