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100

Gautam Buddha's Birthplace

Lumbini

100

What does BS stand for in the Nepali Calendar

Bikram Sambat

100

Nicknamed “The King of Football,” he led Brazil to three World Cup victories and was widely considered one of the greatest soccer players of all time. Who is he?

Pele

100

Nicknamed the “City of Light,” this European capital is home to the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre Museum.

Paris

100

Altitude of Everest (old or new height)

8848m (8850m new)

200

Most viewed music video in Nepal?

Kutu ma kutu

200

What is the calendar we use in the US called?

Gregorian Calendar

200

Nicknamed “The Greatest,” this boxer—born Cassius Clay—changed his name and became famous for his outspoken advocacy and in-ring style. Who is he?

Muhammad Ali

200

Built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century as a mausoleum for his wife, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is located in Agra, India.

Taj Mahal

200

What is 1 USD worth in NPR as of two hours ago?

138

300

Second most spoken language in Nepal

Maithili

300

In this East Asian country, it’s common to give children “red envelopes” (hongbao) filled with money during the Lunar New Year. Which country is it?

China

300

Official National Sport of Nepal after 2017

Volleyball

300

Youngest ever Nobel Peace Price Winner

Malala Yousafzai
300

Population of the US (MOE: 10 million)

340 Million

400

What year did Prashant Tamang win Indian Idol (BC)

2007

400

During Songkran, the traditional New Year’s celebration in this Southeast Asian country, people engage in water fights to wash away the past year’s misfortunes. Which country is it?

Thailand

400

This Italian Legend was in Nepal for "Oli Cup" this past month.

Gianluigi Buffon

400

In 1917, this country experienced two revolutions, toppling the monarchy and paving the way for the Bolsheviks to seize power under Lenin.

Russia

400

Longest stay at the summit of Everest. (MOE: 2 hours)

21 hours
500

What year did Nepal join United Nations (MOE: 3 years)

1955

500

In Brazil, one popular New Year’s tradition involves jumping over this many waves at the beach to attract good fortune. How many waves do people jump over?

Seven

500

First ever Nepali athlete to win a medal at the Paralympics in 2024?

Palesha Goverdhan

500

On the periodic table, this element has the atomic number 79 and is known for being extremely malleable and ductile. Which element is it?

Gold

500

Height of Everest in feet (old height). (MOE: 30 feet)

29,028 feet