Jagran Josh presents an exciting current affairs quiz that not only tests your knowledge but also gives your preparation a fresh edge. Let’s check out the top questions and correct answers for April 7, 2025 – crucial for competitive exams. Today's highlights include World Health Day 2025 and the new Pamban Rail Bridge.
1. The new Pamban Rail Bridge connects which island to the mainland?
(a) Sriharikota
(b) Lakshadweep
(c) Rameswaram
(d) Andaman
2. When was India’s 62nd National Maritime Day celebrated?
(a) 6 April 2025
(b) 5 April 2025
(c) 1 April 2025
(d) 15 April 2025
3. Which country’s President presented Prime Minister Narendra Modi with the 'Mitra Vibhushan' Award?
(a) Nepal
(b) Bhutan
(c) Sri Lanka
(d) Bangladesh
4. India has been elected as a member of the expert group of which organization for the 2025–2027 term?
(a) UNICEF
(b) UNESCO
(c) ISAR (International Standards of Accounting and Reporting)
(d) WHO
5. What is the theme of World Health Day 2025?
(a) Health is Wealth
(b) Towards a Better Tomorrow
(c) Healthy Start, Hopeful Future
(d) Health for All
Answers:
1. (c) Rameswaram
On April 6, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated India’s first vertical lift railway sea bridge – the new Pamban Rail Bridge – in Tamil Nadu. This modern bridge spans 2.08 km over the Palk Strait, connecting Rameswaram Island with the mainland. Built at a cost of over ₹700 crore, it replaces the old British-era Pamban Bridge from 1914, which was shut down in 2022 due to structural issues.
2. (b) 5 April 2025
India celebrated the 62nd National Maritime Day on April 5, 2025. This day commemorates the historic journey of SS Loyalty in 1919, the first Indian-owned merchant ship to sail from Mumbai to London. The day honors India's rich maritime legacy and the crucial role of the Indian shipping industry in global trade and economic development.
3. (c) Sri Lanka
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake presented PM Narendra Modi with the 'Mitra Vibhushan' honor. Accepting the award, Modi stated that it is not a personal accolade but a matter of pride for India’s 1.4 billion citizens. He was also given a Guard of Honour on his arrival in Colombo.
4. (c) ISAR (International Standards of Accounting and Reporting)
India has been unanimously elected as a member of the UN's intergovernmental expert group on ISAR for the 2025–2027 term. This reflects India’s active role and commitment in shaping global accounting standards and promoting transparency in financial reporting.
5. (c) Healthy Start, Hopeful Future
World Health Day 2025 is being observed on April 7, marking the anniversary of the World Health Organization’s (WHO) founding in 1948. This year’s theme, "Healthy Start, Hopeful Future", focuses on maternal and newborn health to ensure a brighter and safer future for families and communities around the world.
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