Why General Knowledge Matters for Class 5 Students
General Knowledge is not only about recalling facts or winning quizzes.It assists children in remaining curious, confident and conscious of the world they occupy. In the case of Class 5 learners, GK is like an intermediary between what is learned in school and the outside world.
From science and geography to history, sports, and recent events, GK encourages children to think more broadly. It enhances memory, improves thinking and encourages them to go beyond their textbooks to learn.
This guide brings together more than 150 updated GK questions and answers for Class 5 students in 2025, designed to make learning lively and enjoyable.
Section 1: General Awareness GK Questions
- What is the capital of India?
New Delhi - Who is the Prime Minister of India in 2025?
Narendra Modi - What is the national bird of India?
Peacock - How many states are there in India?
28 states - Which is the national flower of India?
Lotus - What is the national animal of India?
Tiger - Which city is called the Pink City of India?
Jaipur - Which festival is known as the Festival of Lights?
Diwali - Who was the first President of India?
Dr. Rajendra Prasad - What is the currency of India?
Indian Rupee - Which is the largest state in India by area?
Rajasthan - What is the national fruit of India?
Mango - Who is the President of India in 2025?
Droupadi Murmu - What is the national game of India?
Hockey - Which Indian city is called the City of Lakes?
Udaipur
Section 2: Science GK Questions
- What is the chemical formula for water?
Hâ‚‚O - Which gas do plants release during photosynthesis?
Oxygen - Which planet is known as the Red Planet?
Mars - Which part of the plant makes food?
Leaf - What is at the centre of our solar system?
The Sun - Which organ purifies blood in the human body?
Kidneys - What is the hardest natural substance found on Earth?
Diamond - Which planet is called the Blue Planet?
Earth - Which gas do humans exhale?
Carbon dioxide - What is the largest organ of the human body?
Skin - What process allows plants to make food?
Photosynthesis - How many bones does an adult human have?
206 - What is the main source of energy for life on Earth?
The Sun - What type of energy comes from moving water?
Hydroelectric energy - Which vitamin is produced in the skin when exposed to sunlight?
Vitamin D
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Section 3: Geography GK Questions
- How many continents are there in the world?
Seven - Which is the largest continent?
Asia - Which is the smallest continent?
Australia - What is the largest ocean in the world?
Pacific Ocean - Which is the longest river in the world?
Nile River - What is the highest mountain on Earth?
Mount Everest - Which country has the largest population in 2025?
India - Which country is known as the Land of the Rising Sun?
Japan - What is the capital city of France?
Paris - Which is the coldest place on Earth?
Antarctica - Which is the largest desert in the world?
Sahara Desert - Which is the smallest country in the world?
Vatican City - What is the capital of the United States?
Washington, D.C. - What is the capital of the United Kingdom?
London - What is the capital of Australia?
Canberra
Section 4: History and Civics GK Questions
- Who was the first Prime Minister of India?
Jawaharlal Nehru - Who is known as the Father of the Nation?
Mahatma Gandhi - In which year did India gain independence?
1947 - Who was the first woman Prime Minister of India?
Indira Gandhi - Who wrote the Indian National Anthem?
Rabindranath Tagore - When was the Indian Constitution adopted?
26 January 1950 - How many colours are there in the Indian flag?
Three - What does the Ashoka Chakra stand for?
The Wheel of Law - What is India’s national emblem?
The Lion Capital of Ashoka - Who built the Taj Mahal?
Shah Jahan - What is the Parliament of India called?
Sansad Bhavan - Where is Rashtrapati Bhavan located?
New Delhi - Who was the first woman President of India?
Pratibha Patil - What does the term Republic mean?
A country led by elected representatives - How many states did India have at independence?
14
Section 5: Sports GK Questions
- How many players are there in a cricket team?
11 - Who is known as the God of Cricket?
Sachin Tendulkar - Which sport is PV Sindhu associated with?
Badminton - Which country won the FIFA World Cup 2022?
Argentina - In which sport is the term Love used?
Tennis - Who holds the record for the most Olympic gold medals?
Michael Phelps - What is the national sport of Japan?
Sumo wrestling - Which Indian city hosted the 2010 Commonwealth Games?
New Delhi - Who is known as the fastest man in the world?
Usain Bolt - What is the symbol of the Olympic Games?
Five interlocking rings - How many rings are there in the Olympic symbol?
Five - Which sport uses a shuttlecock?
Badminton - Who is the captain of the Indian men’s cricket team in 2025?
Rohit Sharma - How many players are there in a football team?
11 - What sport does Neeraj Chopra play?
Javelin throw
Section 6: Current Affairs GK Questions (2025 Edition)
- What is Chandrayaan-3?
India’s lunar mission that landed on the Moon’s south pole - Who is the CEO of Google?
Sundar Pichai - Which country will host the 2028 Olympics?
United States - What is the full form of AI?
Artificial Intelligence - Which company makes iPhones?
Apple - Which payment app was developed by NPCI?
BHIM - Who founded SpaceX?
Elon Musk - Which Indian state launched the Green School Programme?
Kerala - Who is the President of the United States in 2025?
Joe Biden - What is the full form of ISRO?
Indian Space Research Organisation - Who won the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize?
Narges Mohammadi - What was the theme of World Environment Day 2025?
Restore Our Earth - Which Indian film won an Oscar in 2023?
RRR for Naatu Naatu - What is the aim of the Digital India initiative?
To make India digitally empowered - What is India’s fastest train in 2025?
Vande Bharat Express
Fun and Logical GK Questions
- What has hands but cannot clap?
A clock - What goes up but never comes down?
Age - Which month has 28 days?
All months - What runs but never walks?
A river - What has keys but cannot open locks?
A piano - What has a neck but no head?
A bottle - What gets wetter as it dries?
A towel - What can you catch but not throw?
A cold - What has words but never speaks?
A book - What comes once in a minute, twice in a moment, but never in a thousand years?
The letter M
Quick GK Facts for Kids (2025 Edition)
- The Sun is about 109 times larger than Earth.
- India’s national aquatic animal is the Gangetic Dolphin.
- A group of stars is called a constellation.
- The world’s largest desert is the Sahara.
- Water boils at 100°C and freezes at 0°C.
- Mount Everest is 8,848 metres tall.
- ISRO was founded in 1969.
- Kalpana Chawla was the first Indian woman in space.
- India’s national tree is the Banyan tree.
- Mercury is the smallest planet in the solar system.
How to Help Students Improve Their GK
- Encourage daily reading of newspapers or children’s magazines.
- Watch educational channels such as National Geographic or Discovery Kids.
- Play quiz-style games at home or school.
- Promote participation in GK competitions.
- Use apps and flashcards for enjoyable revision.
Building Curious, Confident Learners
General Knowledge makes children more conscious, pensive, and interested in the surrounding world. It also makes learning exciting, and it makes them explore beyond classroom teaching. Schools that include GK in everyday learning help children grow into confident and capable thinkers.
With activity-based learning, digital tools, and interactive classes, institutions like EuroSchool support students in becoming curious, independent learners. True education is not just about remembering answers, but about developing the habit of asking meaningful questions.
