Current Affairs 16th October 2026 : Daily GK Update in Hindi
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1. What is the theme of International Mountain Day 2025?
a) Mountains and Sustainable Tourism
b) Protect Our Peaks
c) Glaciers matter for water, food and livelihoods in mountains and beyond
d) Mountains for a Better Future
Answer: c
Explanation: International Mountain Day, observed annually on December 11, highlights the role of mountains in global ecosystems. The 2025 theme emphasizes glacier loss and its impact on water security, food systems, and livelihoods, as per UN announcements.
2. Who was sworn in as the new Prime Minister of the Czech Republic on December 9, 2025?
a) Petr Fiala
b) Andrej Babis
c) Milos Zeman
d) Ivan Bartoš
Answer: b
Explanation: Andrej Babis, leader of the ANO party, was sworn in following elections, marking a shift in Czech politics amid economic challenges and EU relations.
3. Which Indian fast bowler became the first to claim 100 wickets in all three international formats on December 9, 2025?
a) Mohammed Shami
b) Jasprit Bumrah
c) Mohammed Siraj
d) Ravichandran Ashwin
Answer: b
Explanation: Jasprit Bumrah achieved this milestone during the 1st T20I against South Africa in Cuttack, joining an elite global list and underscoring India's bowling dominance.
4. When is Bangladesh scheduled to hold its 13th national election?
a) December 15, 2025
b) February 12, 2026
c) March 1, 2026
d) June 30, 2026
Answer: b
Explanation: Chief Election Commissioner A.M.M. Nasir Uddin announced the date on December 11, 2025, alongside a referendum on the July Charter, following the 2024 ousting of Sheikh Hasina.
5. What is the date for Universal Health Coverage Day 2025?
a) December 10
b) December 11
c) December 12
d) December 13
Answer: c
Explanation: Proclaimed by UN Resolution 72/138, December 12 focuses on equitable access to health services, aligning with global efforts to achieve SDG 3 on health and well-being.
6. Which film topped the nominations for the 2025 Golden Globe Awards in film categories?
a) The White Lotus
b) One Battle After Another
c) Inception Reborn
d) Echoes of Tomorrow
Answer: b
Explanation: Released on December 10, 2025, *One Battle After Another* received 9 nominations, while *The White Lotus* led TV with 6; the awards introduced a Best Podcast category this year.
7. In which city did a suspected car bombing kill at least five people outside a police station on December 12, 2025?
a) Dnipro, Ukraine
b) Coahuayana, Mexico
c) Pokrovsk, Ukraine
d) Aden, Yemen
Answer: b
Explanation: The attack in Michoacán state is linked to cartel violence, injuring 12 others and highlighting ongoing security challenges in Mexico.
8. Which city hosted the inauguration of India's first indigenous Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vessel on December 11, 2025?
a) Mumbai
b) Varanasi
c) Kochi
d) Chennai
Answer: b
Explanation: The eco-friendly vessel advances India's green shipping goals under the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
9. What significant cricket milestone did Smriti Mandhana reflect on in December 2025?
a) Her 100th T20I
b) Winning the 2025 ODI World Cup as vice-captain
c) Fastest century in women's cricket
d) Retirement announcement
Answer: b
Explanation: India's ODI World Cup victory in 2025 prompted Mandhana to share her journey, emphasizing her passion for cricket since debut.
10. According to the World Inequality Report 2026, what percentage of India's national income does the top 10% earn?
a) 38%
b) 48%
c) 58%
d) 68%
Answer: c
Explanation: The report highlights severe income disparities, with the bottom 50% receiving only 15%, urging policy reforms for equitable growth.
11. Which Russian missile strike on December 1, 2025, killed four people in Ukraine?
a) Kinzhal
b) Iskander
c) Kalibr
d) S-400
Answer: b
Explanation: The strike targeted Dnipro, injuring 40 others amid the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian war, escalating civilian casualties.
12. What vote occurred in the Faroe Islands Løgting on December 10, 2025?
a) Independence from Denmark
b) Legalization of abortion in first 12 weeks
c) EU membership
d) Whale hunting ban
Answer: b
Explanation: The 17–16 vote marks a progressive shift in reproductive rights for the autonomous Danish territory.
13. Who was indicted in South Korea on December 11, 2025, for martial law imposition in 2024?
a) Yoon Suk Yeol
b) Choi Sang-mok
c) Han Dong-hoon
d) Lee Jae-myung
Answer: b
Explanation: The former acting leader faces charges related to the brief December 2024 martial law, amid political instability.
14. What natural disaster prompted a tsunami advisory in Japan on December 11, 2025?
a) 5.2 magnitude earthquake
b) 6.7 magnitude earthquake
c) Typhoon
d) Volcanic eruption
Answer: b
Explanation: The quake struck Japan's northeast, triggering advisories along the coast to ensure public safety.
15. According to a December 2025 study, what are polar bears doing to adapt to Arctic warming?
a) Migrating south
b) Rewriting their DNA
c) Increasing hunting efficiency
d) Forming larger packs
Answer: b
Explanation: Genetic adaptations via epigenetic changes help polar bears survive, as detailed in a Nature study on climate resilience.
16. When is the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine scheduled in India?
a) December 1–3, 2025
b) December 17–19, 2025
c) January 10–12, 2026
d) February 5–7, 2026
Answer: b
Explanation: Hosted at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, with the theme "Restoring balance," it underscores India's AYUSH leadership.
17. Which Indian states' Special Intensive Revision (SIR) for voter lists was extended beyond December 12, 2025?
a) Kerala and Maharashtra
b) Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Andaman & Nicobar, Uttar Pradesh
c) Bihar and Jharkhand
d) Punjab and Haryana
Answer: b
Explanation: The Election Commission extended deadlines to verify citizenship amid migration concerns, as noted by the Supreme Court.
18. What caused the Goa nightclub fire that killed 25 people on December 6, 2025?
a) Gas leak
b) Electrical short circuit
c) Arson
d) Overcrowding
Answer: b
Explanation: Owners Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra's bail was denied on December 11, highlighting fire safety lapses in entertainment venues.
19. In the 2nd T20I against India on December 11, 2025, who scored a 46-ball 90 for South Africa?
a) Quinton de Kock
b) Aiden Markram
c) David Miller
d) Reeza Hendricks
Answer: b
Explanation: Markram's innings helped South Africa post 213/4, winning by 51 runs to level the series 1-1 at Mullanpur.
20. What percentage reduction in IndiGo flights was ordered by DGCA on December 12, 2025?
a) 2%
b) 5%
c) 10%
d) 15%
Answer: b
Explanation: Following scheduling chaos causing thousands of cancellations, the order aims to stabilize operations for India's largest airline.
21. Which forces seized most of southern Yemen, including Aden, on December 10, 2025?
a) Houthi rebels
b) UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council
c) Saudi-led coalition
d) Yemeni government
Answer: b
Explanation: The offensive controls oil-rich areas, escalating the civil war and UAE's regional influence.
22. Who received the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, awarded on December 10 in Oslo?
a) Greta Thunberg
b) María Corina Machado
c) Volodymyr Zelensky
d) Malala Yousafzai
Answer: b
Explanation: The Venezuelan opposition leader's daughter accepted it; Machado credited U.S. aid for her safe exit amid Maduro's crackdown.
23. What weather phenomenon is the WMO predicting for winter 2025–26?
a) Strong El Niño
b) Weak La Niña
c) Neutral conditions
d) Indian Ocean Dipole
Answer: b
Explanation: Weak La Niña will influence global weather, potentially causing cooler temperatures and altered precipitation patterns.
24. Which banks received RBI approval for a digital payments fraud detection platform on December 11, 2025?
a) HDFC and ICICI
b) SBI and Bank of Baroda
c) Axis and Kotak
d) Punjab National and Canara
Answer: b
Explanation: The platform targets fraud in India's booming digital economy, enhancing security for UPI and other transactions.
25. What is the 2025 enrollment figure for Generative AI learning in India, per Coursera?
a) 1.2 million
b) 2.4 million
c) 3.6 million
d) 4.8 million
Answer: c
Explanation: India leads global GenAI adoption, with 3.6 million enrollments reflecting workforce upskilling in emerging tech.