Q. Which country became the first non-host nation to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
A) South Korea
B) Australia
C) Japan
D) Iran
On March 20, 2025, Japan became the first non-host nation to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a 2-0 victory over Bahrain.
Q. When is the International Day of Forests observed every year?
a) March 20
b) March 21
c) March 22
d) March 23
Observed annually on March 21, the International Day of Forests emphasizes the critical role forests play in sustaining ecosystems.
Q. Who was elected as the President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) from Zimbabwe in March 2025?
a) Usain Bolt
b) Kirsty Coventry
c) Michael Phelps
d) Simone Biles
Kirsty Coventry from Zimbabwe has been elected as the President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), becoming the first woman and the first African to hold this esteemed position.
Q. Which city has India proposed to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games?
A) Mumbai
B) Ahmedabad
C) New Delhi
D) Kolkata
India has officially submitted its expression of interest to host the Centenary Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, in 2030.
Q. Which major rule change has been introduced in IPL 2025 regarding ball shining?
A) Only synthetic balls will be used
B) Bowlers can shine the ball using saliva
C) Bowlers cannot shine the ball at all
D) Only spinners are allowed to shine the ball
Indian Premier League 2025: Saliva Ban Lifted: Bowlers can now shine the ball using saliva.