Current Affairs in Gujarati 15th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. What is the primary purpose of International Migrants Day observed on December 18?
A) To celebrate migration as a right
B) To raise awareness about migrant rights and safety
C) To promote tourism among migrants
D) To restrict migrant movements
Answer: B
Explanation: International Migrants Day, observed annually on December 18, aims to highlight the rights, safety, and dignity of migrants and refugees worldwide, remembering those who lost their lives during migration. It promotes cooperation for safe migration practices.
2. Who was appointed as the additional CMD of Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) in December 2025?
A) Satya Nadella
B) B. Sairam
C) Ashwini Kumar Tewari
D) V Narayanan
Answer: B
Explanation: B. Sairam, with over three decades in the coal sector, was given additional charge as CMD of NCL from December 16, 2025, for six months, while serving in other CIL roles.
3. Which country conducted an airstrike in Sagaing, Myanmar, killing 18 civilians on or around December 18, 2025?
A) Russia
B) Israel
C) Myanmar's Tatmadaw
D) United States
Answer: C
Explanation: Myanmar's military (Tatmadaw) carried out an airstrike on a tea shop in Sagaing, killing 18 civilians and injuring 20, amid ongoing conflict.
4. Which football club won the 41st All India Governor’s Gold Cup 2025?
A) Rajasthan United FC
B) Services FT
C) Mohun Bagan
D) Bengaluru FC
Answer: A
Explanation: Rajasthan United FC defeated Services FT 1-0 in the final.
5. Which Indian state topped the School Learning Index 2025 released by the National Education Commission?
A) Kerala
B) Madhya Pradesh
C) Rajasthan
D) Telangana
Answer: A
Explanation: Kerala ranked first in the School Learning Index 2025, evaluating states on foundational literacy, digital readiness, and STEM performance.
6. What record did India achieve in solar power generation in December 2025?
A) Highest monthly output
B) Lowest cost per unit
C) First solar export
D) Largest solar farm
Answer: A
Explanation: The Ministry of Power reported India's highest-ever monthly solar power output, driven by new projects and grid improvements.
7. Who visited India from December 10-12, 2025, to promote AI and Copilot technologies?
A) Satya Nadella
B) Elon Musk
C) Sundar Pichai
D) Tim Cook
Answer: A
Explanation: Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's second visit in 2025 included partnerships with TCS, Infosys, Wipro, and Cognizant for AI deployment.
8. Which country won the 2025 FIFA Men's Player of the Year award?
A) France (Ousmane Dembélé)
B) Argentina (Lionel Messi)
C) Portugal (Cristiano Ronaldo)
D) Norway (Erling Haaland)
Answer: A
Explanation: French player Ousmane Dembélé from Paris Saint-Germain was named the 2025 FIFA Men's Player of the Year.
9. What was inaugurated by President Droupadi Murmu on Vijay Diwas (December 16, 2025)?
A) Param Vir Dirgha
B) Gaganyaan Mission
C) SHANTI Bill
D) Desert Cyclone II
Answer: A
Explanation: Param Vir Dirgha, a memorial for Param Vir Chakra recipients, was inaugurated to honor India's highest military decoration.
10. Which airline faced flight reductions due to scheduling issues in December 2025?
A) IndiGo
B) Air India
C) SpiceJet
D) Vistara
Answer: A
Explanation: The DGCA ordered IndiGo to reduce flights by 5% after thousands of cancellations affected over 12.5 lakh passengers.
11. What is the name of the AI-enabled tool launched by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj for meeting summarization?
A) SabhaSaar
B) Ekam AI
C) MahaCrimeOS AI
D) Copilot
Answer: A
Explanation: SabhaSaar is an AI tool for voice-to-text summarization to enhance transparency in grassroots governance.
12. Which state reported the highest tiger deaths in 2025 (54)?
A) Madhya Pradesh
B) Maharashtra
C) Karnataka
D) Uttarakhand
Answer: A
Explanation: Madhya Pradesh recorded 54 tiger deaths in 2025, the highest since Project Tiger began, raising conservation concerns.
13. What work plan was signed between India and Argentina in December 2025?
A) ICAR-INTA 2025-2027
B) Desert Cyclone II
C) SHANTI
D) Gaganyaan
Answer: A
Explanation: The ICAR-INTA Work Plan 2025-2027 strengthens agricultural research, technology exchange, and capacity building.
14. Which event marked the 50th anniversary of the 1971 Indo-Pak War in December 2025?
A) Vijay Diwas
B) Param Vir Dirgha inauguration
C) Both A and B
D) None
Answer: C
Explanation: Vijay Diwas on December 16 commemorates India's 1971 victory, with events like Param Vir Dirgha inauguration highlighting sacrifices.
15. What is the theme of the 2025 Golden Globe Awards nominations?
A) First Best Podcast category
B) AI in films
C) Climate change focus
D) Sports films
Answer: A
Explanation: The 2025 nominations introduced the Best Podcast category, with "One Battle After Another" topping film nominations.
16. Which country ordered a blockade on Venezuelan oil tankers in December 2025?
A) United States
B) China
C) Russia
D) India
Answer: A
Explanation: US President Donald Trump ordered a blockade on oil tankers entering/leaving Venezuela.
17. What humanitarian crisis was reported in Sudan around December 2025?
A) Famine
B) Earthquake
C) Floods
D) Volcanic eruption
Answer: A
Explanation: Sudan faced a severe famine crisis, highlighted in global reports.
18. Which exercise was launched between India and UAE in December 2025?
A) Desert Cyclone II
B) Yudh Abhyas
C) Garuda Shakti
D) Malabar
Answer: A
Explanation: Desert Cyclone II deepened bilateral defence cooperation.
19. What new species of snakehead fish was discovered in Meghalaya?
A) Channa bhoi
B) Channa marulius
C) Channa striata
D) Channa gachua
Answer: A
Explanation: Channa bhoi is a new snakehead fish species discovered in Meghalaya.
20. Which company postponed the BlueBird-6 satellite launch to December 18-21, 2025?
A) SpaceX
B) ISRO
C) AST SpaceMobile
D) NASA
Answer: C
Explanation: The 6.5-tonne BlueBird-6 launch for AST SpaceMobile was delayed due to technical issues.
21. What extension was given to SBI MD Ashwini Kumar Tewari in December 2025?
A) Two years
B) One year
C) Five years
D) No extension
Answer: A
Explanation: The Government of India extended Ashwini Kumar Tewari's tenure as SBI MD by two years for leadership continuity.
22. Which Indian shooter won gold at ISSF World Cup Final 2025?
A) Manu Bhaker
B) Simranpreet Kaur
C) Abhishek Verma
D) Saurabh Chaudhary
Answer: B
Explanation: Simranpreet Kaur won gold at the ISSF World Cup Final 2025.
23. What is the projected global GDP growth for 2026 by OECD?
A) 2.9%
B) 3.2%
C) 4.0%
D) 1.5%
Answer: A
Explanation: OECD projected global GDP growth to ease to 2.9% in 2026 amid fragilities.
24. Which country topped the Asia Power Index 2025?
A) India
B) China
C) Japan
D) South Korea
Answer: B
Explanation: China retained the top spot in the Asia Power Index 2025.
25. What is the name of the first uncrewed Gaganyaan mission scheduled for December 2025?
A) G1
B) Vyommitra-1
C) Both A and B
D) None
Answer: C
Explanation: The G1 mission, carrying humanoid Vyommitra, is set for December 2025 to test systems.