Current Affairs 19th December 2025 : Daily GK Update in English
1. Which country hosted the 3rd edition of the bilateral air exercise AviaIndra-2025 with Russia?
A) France
B) India
C) China
D) USA
Answer: B) India
Explanation: The Indian Air Force (IAF) commenced the 3rd edition of Exercise AviaIndra-2025 with the Russian Federation Aerospace Force from December 15 to 22, 2025, in New Delhi.
2. Who was conferred the Union Home Minister’s Efficiency Medal in December 2025?
A) Dinesh Khatak
B) Joseph Lalvenhima
C) Gyanesh Kumar
D) L. Murugan
Answer: A) Dinesh Khatak
Explanation: Senior CRPF officer Dinesh Khatak from Haryana was awarded the medal for exemplary service and contributions to national security.
3. Which Indian state topped the School Learning Index 2025 released by the National Education Commission?
A) Tamil Nadu
B) Kerala
C) Maharashtra
D) Uttar Pradesh
Answer: B) Kerala
Explanation: Kerala ranked first based on foundational literacy, digital readiness, and STEM performance.
4. What was the theme for World AIDS Day 2025?
A) Let Communities Lead
B) Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response
C) Take the rights path
D) Equalize
Answer: B) Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response
Explanation: The theme focused on building resilient, equitable, and community-led HIV services amid global challenges.
5. What was the name of India's first AI platform for cybercrime investigations in Maharashtra?
A) MahaCrimeOS AI
B) Cyber Suraksha
C) Digital Guard
D) AI Shield
Answer: A) MahaCrimeOS AI
Explanation: Launched as India's first AI-based platform for cybercrime support.
6. Which Indian PM received Oman’s highest honour in December 2025?
A) Narendra Modi
B) Manmohan Singh
C) Atal Bihari Vajpayee
D) Rajiv Gandhi
Answer: A) Narendra Modi
Explanation: PM Modi was conferred the First Class honour, his 29th international award.
7. Which building in Jakarta, Indonesia, experienced a deadly fire in December 2025, killing 22 people?
A) Seven-story building
B) Four-story building
C) Ten-story building
D) High-rise tower
Answer: A) Seven-story building
Explanation: A fire in a seven-story building in Jakarta killed 22 people, with 19 rescued.
8. Who was named the 2025 FIFA Men's Player of the Year?
A) Lionel Messi
B) Ousmane Dembélé
C) Kylian Mbappé
D) Erling Haaland
Answer: B) Ousmane Dembélé
Explanation: French and PSG player Ousmane Dembélé received the award for his outstanding performance.
9. Which country was the host of the Southeast Asian Games in December 2025?
A) Indonesia
B) Thailand
C) Vietnam
D) Malaysia
Answer: B) Thailand
Explanation: Thailand hosted the 33rd edition, starting on December 9, 2025, with over 13,000 athletes.
10. What major acquisition was announced by Netflix in December 2025?
A) Warner Bros. Discovery
B) Disney
C) Paramount
D) Universal
Answer: A) Warner Bros. Discovery
Explanation: Netflix agreed to buy Warner Bros. Discovery for $72 billion, one of the largest entertainment takeovers.
11. Which fast patrol vessel was handed over to the Indian Coast Guard in December 2025?
A) Third FPV by Goa Shipyard Limited
B) INS Vikrant
C) INS Arihant
D) INS Kalvari
Answer: A) Third FPV by Goa Shipyard Limited
Explanation: The third Fast Patrol Vessel was delivered by Goa Shipyard Limited.
12. Which Indian leader assumed the Chair of International IDEA on December 3, 2025?
A) Gyanesh Kumar
B) Narendra Modi
C) Amit Shah
D) Rajnath Singh
Answer: A) Gyanesh Kumar
Explanation: Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar became Chair of the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance.
13. What was the record achieved by India in solar power generation in December 2025?
A) Highest monthly output
B) Lowest monthly output
C) Zero output
D) Average output
Answer: A) Highest monthly output
Explanation: The Ministry of Power reported a record surge due to new projects and grid integration.
14. Which player scored 36 points for No. 19 Texas Tech in a December 2025 basketball game?
A) LeJuan Watts
B) Mikel Brown Jr.
C) Addy Brown
D) Mikayla Blakes
Answer: A) LeJuan Watts
Explanation: LeJuan Watts led Texas Tech to victory, extending their nonconference home win streak.
15. Which event featured the Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua fight on December 19, 2025?
A) Boxing exhibition
B) Heavyweight fight
C) MMA bout
D) Wrestling match
Answer: B) Heavyweight fight
Explanation: The heavyweight boxing match was scheduled at Kaseya Center, Miami.
16. Which asteroid was observed spinning twice as fast as previously thought in 2025?
A) 1998 KY26
B) Bennu
C) Ryugu
D) Apophis
Answer: A) 1998 KY26
Explanation: Observations showed it as 11 meters across with rapid spin, relevant for future missions.
17. What breakthrough was reported in fuel cell technology by Kyushu University in 2025?
A) Proton transport at 300°C
B) Solar-powered cells
C) Hydrogen storage
D) Battery replacement
Answer: A) Proton transport at 300°C
Explanation: Efficient proton transport at lower temperatures advanced fuel cell efficiency.
18. Which country recorded a new annual high in executions in 2025?
A) Saudi Arabia
B) China
C) Iran
D) USA
Answer: A) Saudi Arabia
Explanation: Saudi Arabia exceeded its previous record with 340 executions.
19. What was the focus of the National Symposium on NAKSHA and LandStack in December 2025?
A) Geospatial technologies
B) AI in agriculture
C) Space exploration
D) Renewable energy
Answer: A) Geospatial technologies
Explanation: Hosted by DoLR, it aimed to transform urban land records using geospatial tech.
20. Which Indian mission was scheduled for December 2025 involving humanoid Vyommitra?
A) Gaganyaan
B) Chandrayaan-3
C) Aditya-L1
D) Mangalyaan-2
Answer: A) Gaganyaan
Explanation: The first uncrewed Gaganyaan mission with Vyommitra was planned.
21. Which major boxing event is scheduled for December 19, 2025, featuring Jake Paul against Anthony Joshua at the Kaseya Center in Miami?
A) Lightweight bout
B) Heavyweight fight
C) Exhibition match
D) Middleweight title fight
Answer: B) Heavyweight fight
Explanation: The heavyweight boxing match between Jake Paul and former two-time unified champion Anthony Joshua is set for December 19, 2025, at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida. This high-profile event has generated significant interest in the boxing world, pitting a YouTube-turned-boxer against an established heavyweight star..
22. What was the venue for the 56th IFFI in 2025?
A) Goa
B) Mumbai
C) New Delhi
D) Kolkata
Answer: A) Goa
Explanation: Held from November 20-28, 2025, in Goa.
23. Which event was the College Football Playoff first-round games scheduled for?
A) December 19-20, 2025
B) January 2026
C) November 2025
D) October 2025
Answer: A) December 19-20, 2025
Explanation: NCAA playoff games began on campus sites.
24. What did scientists discover about a gut bacterium in 2025 for cancer treatment?
A) Eliminates colorectal tumours in mice
B) Causes cancer
C) Prevents diabetes
D) Aids digestion only
Answer: A) Eliminates colorectal tumours in mice
Explanation: Ewingella americana killed tumours and outperformed chemotherapy in tests.
25. Which award did Chandigarh receive in 2025?
A) National Energy Conservation Award
B) Golden Globe
C) FIFA Award
D) Nobel Prize
Answer: A) National Energy Conservation Award
Explanation: For Union Territories under NECA 2025.