India Shines with 7th-Place Finish at IMO 2025
India’s 7th-place finish and record-breaking score at the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) 2025 mark a remarkable continuation of its strong presence on the global mathematics stage. Held in Australia, this year’s Olympiad witnessed participation from over 100 countries.
The Indian team secured an impressive haul of medals—three golds, two silvers, and one bronze—demonstrating both individual brilliance and the success of the nation’s Olympiad training ecosystem. This is India’s best performance in recent years and reflects the growing effectiveness of mathematical education and coaching programs in the country.
The Ministry of Education praised the team’s performance, highlighting it as a testament to India’s rising academic excellence on the international front.
MCQs:
1. Where was the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) 2025 held?
A. United Kingdom
B. Germany
C. Australia
D. Canada
Answer: C. Australia
2. How many gold medals did the Indian team win at IMO 2025?
A. Two
B. Three
C. Four
D. One
Answer: B. Three
3. What was India’s overall rank at the IMO 2025?
A. 5th
B. 10th
C. 7th
D. 3rd
Answer: C. 7th
Uttarakhand Launches Project to Revive Critically Endangered Plants
Uttarakhand, known as a Himalayan biodiversity hotspot with 69% forest cover, has launched a pioneering initiative to revive 14 critically endangered plant species. Spearheaded by the Research Wing of the Uttarakhand Forest Department, this project aims to reintroduce rare and threatened flora into their natural habitats.
The programme began in July 2025 to coincide with the monsoon season—ideal for plant transplantation—and is expected to complete its first phase by the end of the month. The revival process follows four years of dedicated scientific cultivation and habitat mapping, underscoring a long-term approach to biodiversity conservation.
MCQs:
1. How many critically endangered plant species are being targeted for revival in Uttarakhand’s new project?
A. 10
B. 12
C. 14
D. 16
Answer: C. 14
2. Which department is leading the plant revival project in Uttarakhand?
A. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
B. Uttarakhand Biodiversity Board
C. Uttarakhand Forest Department’s Research Wing
D. National Botanical Research Institute
Answer: C. Uttarakhand Forest Department’s Research Wing
3. Why was the project launched in July 2025?
A. It is a state holiday month
B. Planting is easier in winter
C. The monsoon season aids transplantation
D. Funding became available that month
Answer: C. The monsoon season aids transplantation
