Explanation

International Day of Epidemic Preparedness is observed on 27 December.

This day has been approved by United Nations General Assembly (UNGA)

Started on 27 December 2020.

3rd edition observed on 27 December 2022.

Explanation

Know About World Happiness Index 2025

Published by UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network

Total countries included: 147

Topper: Finland

Bottom: Afghanistan (147)

Pakistan: 109

India: 118

Note: Finland topped this ranking for the 8th conservative year in 2025

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Explanation

International Day to Combat Islamophobia: 15 March 

UNGA adopted resolution to observe day: 15.03. 2022

UNGA: United Nations General Assembly 

Introducer: Pakistan on behalf of the (Organisation of Islamic Cooperation)

March 15 was chosen because on 15 March 2019, 51 Muslims were killed and 40 injured in mass shootings in mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand

Explanation

World Radio Day is an international day celebrated on 13 February each year.

Theme 2023: Radio and Peace  

Theme 2024: Radio: A century informing, entertaining and educating

Explanation

 International Day of Happiness is celebrated on 20 March. 

Theme 2021: Happiness For All, Forever

Theme 2022: Be calm, Be wise and Be Kind

Theme 2023: Be Mindful, Be Grateful, Be Kind 

Theme 2024: Reconnecting for Happiness: Building Resilient Communities

Theme 2025: Caring and Sharing

Explanation

About Henley Passport Index released in January 2025

Topper: Singapore

Bottom: Afghanistan

Pakistan rank: 103rd

Additional Information:

As per the above ranking, Pakistani passport has visa-free access to 33 states

This means Pakistani passport holders can travel to 33 countries without the requirement of a visa

The Henley Passport Index is released by the firm Henley & Partners based in the UK

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Explanation

Addressing the women's health gap could potentially boost the global economy by at least $1 trillion annually by 2040

This includes diseases leading to death and poor health conditions.

WEF: World Economic Forum

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Explanation

Lt Gen Muhammad Abdul Aziz is the Current Chairman of Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC).

he was appoined on 30 April 2024 for 3 years till 2027.

Explanation

• Rana Tanveer Hussain is the current federal minister for industries and production in Pakistan. 
• Appointed in March 2024.
• Party name: PML-N
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Abdul Aleem Khan is the current is the current Federal Minister for Privatization.

Appointed in March 2024

Preceded by: Fawad Hasan Fawad