NDP 2024 Facts About Singapore

How old is Singapore this year?

• 58

• 59

• 60

• 61

How many words are there in the Pledge?

• 27

• 38

• 42

• 49

Answer explanation

We, the citizens of Singapore, pledge ourselves as one united people, regardless of race, language or religion, to build a democratic society based on justice and equality so as to achieve happiness, prosperity and progress for our nation.

What is Singapore's National Flower?

• Sunflower

• Hibiscus

• Vanda Miss Joaquim

• Tulip Angelique

Answer explanation

Singapore’s national flower, the Vanda Miss Joaquim orchid, holds the distinction of being the world’s first hybrid orchid. Named after Agnes Joaquim, who discovered it in her garden in 1893, this vibrant and resilient flower symbolizes Singapore’s spirit of innovation and multicultural heritage.

Who is the current Prime Minister of Singapore?

• Lawrence Wong

• Lee Hsien Loong

• Goh Chok Tong

• Tharman Shanmugaratnam

Answer explanation

The incumbent prime minister is Lawrence Wong, who took office on 15 May 2024.

Mari kita rakyat Singapura, Sama-sama menuju bahagia, Cita-cita kita yang mulia, Berjaya Singapura, Marilah kita ____

• bersatu

• bersaru

Answer explanation

Mari kita rakyat Singapura

Sama-sama menuju bahagia

Cita-cita kita yang mulia

Berjaya Singapura

Marilah kita bersatu

Dengan semangat yang baru

Semua kita berseru

Majulah Singapura

Which of the following is NOT an official language of Singapore?

• English

• Chinese

• Tamil

• Malay

• Singlish

Answer explanation

The four official languages of the country are English, Chinese, Tamil, and Malay.

Singapura means "lion city" in which language?

• Malay

• Sanskrit

• Tamil

• Javanese

Answer explanation

The name Singapura is given as the name of a place in India in the Jataka tales, which is a collection of stories about the previous lives of Buddha. Singapura means “lion city” in Sanskrit. The lion has been used as a symbol of Buddha in Indian art since the period of King Asoka.

Singapore became independent in which year?

• 1955

• 1956

• 1965

• 1966

Answer explanation

On 9 August 1965, Singapore separated from Malaysia to become an independent and sovereign state.

Who is printed on every Singapore Dollar notes?

• Lee Kuan Yew

• Ong Teng Cheong

• S. R. Nathan

• Yusof bin Ishak

Answer explanation

The portrait of Singapore's first President, the late Encik Yusof Bin Ishak, was chosen to honour his invaluable contribution towards nation-building.

How many MRT lines are operating now in Singapore?

• 4

• 5

• 6

• 7

Answer explanation

Today, more than 140 stations across six MRT lines span the island.