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On which date is Malaysia's Merdeka Day celebrated?
31st August
Which traditional dish is considered Malaysia’s national dish?
Nasi Lemak
What is the capital city of Malaysia?
Kuala Lumpur
Who was the first Prime Minister of Malaysia?
Tunku Abdul Rahman
What is Malaysia’s national flower?
Hibiscus (Bunga Raya)
What is the name of the Malaysian flag?
Jalur Gemilang
What was Malaysia called before gaining independence?
Malaya (Federation of Malaya)
Which major festival is celebrated by Malaysians of Indian origin?
Deepavali
Which flag is raised during the Merdeka celebration?
The Jalur Gemilang (Malaysian flag)
What is the official religion of Malaysia?
Islam
How many stripes are on the Malaysian flag, and what do they represent?
14 stripes, representing the 13 states and the Federal Territories.
What is the national animal of Malaysia?
Malayan tiger
When is Malaysia Day and why is it celebrated?
On 16th September. It is celebrated to remember the formation Malaysia in 1963, when the Federation of Malaya, North Borneo (now Sabah), Sarawak, and Singapore united to form Malaysia.
Note: Singapore later separated from Malaysia in 1965
What is the highest mountain in Malaysia?
Mount Kinabalu
What is the name of the clock tower that marks Merdeka Square in Kuala Lumpur?
Sultan Abdul Samad Building Clock Tower
What do the colors of the Malaysian flag represent?
Red and white stripes represent the unity of the people, the blue represents the unity of the Malaysian people, and the yellow symbolizes the royal color of the Rulers.
Which city in Malaysia was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site alongside George Town in 2008?
Melaka ("Malacca" in English)
How many times did Tunku Abdul Rahman shout "Merdeka" during the first Independence Day celebration, and why is this significant?
7 times, symbolizing the seven letters in the word "Merdeka" and the spirit of independence.
What title is given to Malaysia's Prime Minister, Tunku Abdul Rahman, in recognition of his role in securing independence?
"Bapa Kemerdekaan" (Father of Independence)
Which port in Malaysia is one of the busiest in the world?
Port Klang
How many years has Malaysia been independent in 2024?
67 years
What title is given to Malaysia's Prime Minister, Tunku Abdul Rahman, in recognition of his role in securing independence?
Which Malaysian state is the largest by land area?
Sarawak
What is the name of Malaysia's only national park that spans three states and is known for its biodiversity?
Taman Negara
Which Formula 1 circuit is located in Malaysia?
Sepang International Circuit