Current Affairs 1st December 2025 : Daily GK Update in English
1. World AIDS Day is observed annually on December 1 to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS. Which theme was adopted for World AIDS Day 2025?
a) Ending the HIV Epidemic
b) My Health, My Right
c) Know Your Status
d) Zero Discrimination
Answer: b) My Health, My Right
Explanation: The 2025 theme, set by UNAIDS, emphasizes equitable access to HIV prevention, treatment, and care as a fundamental human right, amid ongoing global challenges like stigma and unequal vaccine distribution.
2. India has been re-elected to the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council for the 2025-26 biennium. In which category did India secure the highest votes?
a) Category A (Major Maritime States)
b) Category B (Economic Influence)
c) Category C (Geographical Representation)
d) Observer Category
Answer: b) Category B (Economic Influence)
Explanation: At the IMO Assembly in London, India topped Category B with 157 votes out of 174, reflecting its growing role in global shipping, trade, and sustainable maritime practices.
3. The Samudrayaan project, India's first manned deep-sea mission, faced delays in 2025 due to issues with components from which country?
a) United States
b) France
c) Russia
d) Japan
Answer: b) France
Explanation: Syntactic foam components for the submersible's pressure hull are delayed from a French supplier, pushing the mission's timeline beyond early 2026 and highlighting supply chain vulnerabilities in deep-sea tech.
4. According to the Lowy Institute's Asia Power Index 2025, India has risen to which position in Asia?
a) 1st
b) 2nd
c) 3rd
d) 4th
Answer: c) 3rd
Explanation: India climbed to 3rd place (behind China and the US), driven by economic resilience, military modernization, and diplomatic outreach, up from 4th in 2024.
5. Kashi Tamil Sangamam (KTS) 4.0 is scheduled to begin on December 2, 2025. Which ministry is hosting this event to strengthen cultural ties between Tamil Nadu and Varanasi?
a) Ministry of Culture
b) Ministry of Education
c) Ministry of Tourism
d) Ministry of External Affairs
Answer: b) Ministry of Education
Explanation: The event, running December 2-10, promotes historical Sanskrit-Tamil links through seminars, performances, and youth exchanges, aligning with NEP 2020's emphasis on cultural heritage.
6. In the Asia Power Index 2025, which city overtook Tokyo to become the world's most populous?
a) Mumbai
b) Delhi
c) Jakarta
d) Shanghai
Answer: c) Jakarta
Explanation: Jakarta's population hit 35.8 million, surpassing Tokyo's 37.4 million (due to aging demographics), per UN data, raising urban planning concerns like flooding and infrastructure strain.
7. The 19th edition of the joint military exercise between India and Nepal, Surya Kiran, is being held from November 25 to December 8, 2025. Where is it conducted?
a) Kathmandu
b) Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand
c) Pokhara
d) Siliguri
Answer: b) Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand
Explanation: The exercise focuses on counter-terrorism, disaster relief, and interoperability, involving 1,500 troops from both armies to enhance Himalayan border security ties.
8. Indian scientists developed the AI tool 'OncoMark' in 2025. What is its primary purpose?
a) Predicting climate patterns
b) Decoding cancer biomarkers
c) Optimizing crop yields
d) Analyzing traffic data
Answer: b) Decoding cancer biomarkers
Explanation: Developed by IIT Madras and partners, OncoMark uses machine learning to identify tumor markers from genomic data, aiding personalized treatments and early detection.
9. A destructive storm system in late November 2025 affected South and Southeast Asia, killing over 1,100 people. Which country reported the highest death toll?
a) India
b) Thailand
c) Indonesia
d) Sri Lanka
Answer: c) Indonesia
Explanation: The storms caused 505 deaths in Indonesia, with 334 in Sri Lanka, 267 in Thailand, and 3 each in India and Malaysia, per BNO News, linked to intensified monsoon patterns from climate change.
10. India B (Manipur) won the 15th Manipur Polo International Tournament in November 2025. Whom did they defeat in the final?
a) Australia
b) Colombia
c) UK
d) Bhutan
Answer: b) Colombia
Explanation: India B triumphed 8-5 in Imphal, showcasing polo's cultural heritage in Manipur and promoting international sports diplomacy in Northeast India.
11. The Election Commission of India extended the deadline for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls to which date in 2025?
a) December 16
b) January 1, 2026
c) February 14, 2026
d) March 1, 2026
Answer: a) December 16
Explanation: The draft roll publication was deferred to December 16, with final rolls on February 14, 2026, to ensure accurate voter inclusion amid annual updates.
12. China completed the Jiangmen Underground Neutrino Observatory (JUNO) in 2025. What is its key scientific goal?
a) Detecting dark matter
b) Studying neutrino mass hierarchy
c) Mapping exoplanets
d) Observing black holes
Answer: b) Studying neutrino mass hierarchy
Explanation: Operational since August 2025, JUNO—the world's largest underground neutrino detector—aims to resolve neutrino oscillation puzzles, advancing particle physics.
13. Bharatanatyam legend Kumari Kamala passed away in November 2025 at age 91. She was renowned for her role in which 1950s film?
a) Thillana Mohanambal
b) Chandralekha
c) Meera
d) Narthanasala
Answer: b) Chandralekha
Explanation: Kamala, a child prodigy, danced in M.G. Ramachandran's Chandralekha, popularizing Bharatanatyam globally and inspiring generations of classical dancers.
14. A Mars crater was named after Indian geologist M.S. Krishnan in 2025. He is credited with foundational work in which field?
a) Seismology
b) Stratigraphy
c) Volcanology
d) Glaciology
Answer: b) Stratigraphy
Explanation: The International Astronomical Union honored Krishnan for his 1940s geological surveys mapping India's rock layers, aiding mineral exploration.
15. The 2025 Men's FIH Hockey Junior World Cup began on November 28 in India. Which city is hosting it?
a) Bhubaneswar
b) Ranchi
c) Lucknow
d) Chandigarh
Answer: a) Bhubaneswar
Explanation: Running until December 10, the tournament features 16 teams at Kalinga Stadium, promoting youth hockey development post-India's 2016 win.
16. OPEC+ agreed in late November 2025 to maintain current oil output levels. This decision impacts global prices amid demand from which major economy?
a) United States
b) China
c) European Union
d) India
Answer: b) China
Explanation: The hold stabilizes prices at $70-75/barrel, balancing slowing Chinese growth (projected 4.5% in 2026) with geopolitical tensions.
17. The WNBA and WNBPA extended their collective bargaining agreement through January 9, 2026. What key issue prompted this?
a) Salary caps
b) Expansion teams
c) Media rights
d) Player health protocols
Answer: c) Media rights
Explanation: The extension allows negotiations on a $2.2 billion media deal, ensuring league growth while protecting player benefits amid rising viewership.
18. Meghalaya launched India's first Northeast Organic Week in November 2025. How many days does the event span?
a) Three
b) Four
c) Five
d) Seven
Answer: b) Four
Explanation: Held November 27-30, it promotes organic farming exports, positioning Northeast India as a global organic hub with GI-tagged products.
19. The 2025 World Telecommunication Development Conference concluded in Baku. Which country played a leading role?
a) Azerbaijan
b) India
c) Turkey
d) Russia
Answer: b) India
Explanation: India advocated for digital inclusion and 6G standards, securing commitments for affordable broadband in developing nations.
20. Lake Biwa, recently in news for ecological research, is located in which country?
a) China
b) Japan
c) South Korea
d) Vietnam
Answer: b) Japan
Explanation: Studies on the ancient lake's biodiversity revealed new microbial species, informing climate resilience models for Asian water bodies.
21. India vs South Africa 1st ODI on December 1, 2025, saw India post 349/7. Who scored the highest for India?
a) Rohit Sharma
b) Virat Kohli
c) Shubman Gill
d) KL Rahul
Answer: b) Virat Kohli
Explanation: Kohli's unbeaten 152 anchored the innings in Ranchi, helping India chase down South Africa's 206/5 target in a thrilling 143-run win.
22. Auramine O, banned in spice exports in 2025, is classified as what?
a) A pesticide
b) Industrial dye
c) Preservative
d) Flavor enhancer
Answer: b) Industrial dye
Explanation: Detected in MDH and Everest products, the carcinogenic dye led to global recalls, prompting FSSAI's stricter import testing.
23. Operation Sagar Bandhu, launched in 2025, provides relief to which affected communities?
a) Flood victims in Assam
b) Cyclone-hit islanders in Lakshadweep
c) Earthquake survivors in Gujarat
d) Drought farmers in Rajasthan
Answer: b) Cyclone-hit islanders in Lakshadweep
Explanation: The Indian Navy's initiative delivers aid to remote islands, enhancing disaster response in the Arabian Sea amid rising cyclones.
24. The Delhi MCD by-elections on December 1, 2025, recorded what voter turnout?
a) 25.7%
b) 31.3%
c) 40.2%
d) 45.1%
Answer: b) 31.3%
Explanation: Turnout in the 10 wards was moderate, with AAP retaining key seats, reflecting urban voter apathy despite anti-corruption campaigns.
25. Iga Swiatek won the Wimbledon 2025 women's singles final. What was the score against Amanda Anisimova?
a) 6-2, 6-4
b) 6-0, 6-0
c) 7-5, 6-3
d) 6-1, 7-6
Answer: b) 6-0, 6-0
Explanation: Swiatek's dominant "double bagel" victory marked her third Wimbledon title, showcasing her clay-to-grass adaptability in a historic final.