Current Affairs 21th November 2025 : Daily GK Update in English
1. What is the host city for the COP30 climate summit in November 2025?
A) Johannesburg
B) Belém, Brazil
C) Kuala Lumpur
D) Pretoria
Answer: B
Explanation: The COP30 summit is being held in Belém, Brazil, from November 10–21, focusing on the Amazon rainforest's role in climate action and global emissions reductions.
2. Which country dominated the 2025 CAF Awards, winning over half of the 11 major categories?
A) Nigeria
B) Morocco
C) Egypt
D) Senegal
Answer: B
Explanation: Morocco excelled at the 2025 Confederation of African Football Awards, securing victories in categories like Player of the Year and Goalkeeper of the Year, highlighting its rising football prowess.
3. What is the death toll from the Rohingya boat sinking near Langkawi, Malaysia, as of November 21, 2025?
A) 13
B) 21
C) 30
D) 40
Answer: B
Explanation: The incident resulted in 21 deaths, with 13 survivors rescued and detained; search operations by Malaysia and Thailand continue amid the ongoing refugee crisis.
4. Who won the men's singles title at the 2025 ATP Finals?
A) Carlos Alcaraz
B) Jannik Sinner
C) Novak Djokovic
D) Rafael Nadal
Answer: B
Explanation: Jannik Sinner defended his title by defeating Carlos Alcaraz 7–6(7–4), 7–5 in the final held in Turin, Italy, marking his second consecutive victory.
5. Which nation qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the smallest by population and area?
A) Iceland
B) Curaçao
C) Luxembourg
D) Malta
Answer: B
Explanation: Curaçao advanced by topping Group B in the CONCACAF qualifiers, becoming the smallest nation ever to qualify based on its 150,000 population and 444 sq km area.
6. What caused the global outage affecting numerous apps and websites on November 21, 2025?
A) Cyberattack
B) Cloudflare malfunction
C) Solar flare
D) Undersea cable damage
Answer: B
Explanation: A Cloudflare configuration error in threat-handling software triggered widespread disruptions, impacting services like banking apps and news sites globally.
7. Which Australian official is visiting India on November 21, 2025, for the 16th Foreign Ministers' Framework Dialogue?
A) Scott Morrison
B) Penny Wong
C) Anthony Albanese
D) Richard Marles
Answer: B
Explanation: Foreign Minister Penny Wong arrives in New Delhi to strengthen bilateral ties, focusing on trade, security, and the Indo-Pacific region.
8. What is the theme of the 3rd International Conference on Green Hydrogen held in New Delhi in November 2025?
A) Scaling Production
B) Roadmap for India's Green Hydrogen Transition
C) Export Strategies
D) Cost Reduction
Answer: B
Explanation: Hosted by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy from November 11–12, the conference outlined strategies for India's green hydrogen goals under its National Green Hydrogen Mission.
9. How many cubs were born to the first female cheetah in India under the reintroduction project?
A) 3
B) 4
C) 5
D) 6
Answer: C
Explanation: Five cubs were born to Mukhi at Kuno National Park, marking a milestone in Project Cheetah's conservation efforts to restore the species in India.
10. What is the value of the contract signed by the Ministry of Defence with Bharat Dynamics Limited for INVAR missiles?
A) Rs 1,500 cr
B) Rs 2,095.70 cr
C) Rs 3,000 cr
D) Rs 2,500 cr
Answer: B
Explanation: The 'Buy (Indian)' deal for Anti-Tank Guided Missiles enhances India's armored capabilities, supporting indigenous defense manufacturing.
11. Which initiative was launched by INTACH in November 2025 to document Asian elephants' cultural symbolism?
A) Project Gajah
B) Project Gaja-Lok
C) Project Hathi Heritage
D) Project Elephant Echo
Answer: B
Explanation: Under the Ministry of Culture, Project Gaja-Lok explores the historical and ecological bonds between elephants and Asian societies, promoting conservation.
12. What percentage decline in TB incidence was reported for India in the WHO Global TB Report 2025?
A) 10%
B) 21%
C) 15%
D) 25%
Answer: B
Explanation: Despite the highest global cases, India's rate dropped 21% from 2024, thanks to improved diagnostics and treatment under the National TB Elimination Programme.
13. Who was sentenced to 21–24 years by Brazil's Supreme Federal Court for a plot against Lula da Silva?
A) Military officers and police
B) Politicians
C) Journalists
D) Business leaders
Answer: A
Explanation: Three army officers and a federal police officer were convicted for a 2023 assassination plot to block Lula's inauguration, underscoring democratic safeguards.
14. What is the focus of the international conference on food sovereignty in Africa held on November 20–21, 2025?
A) Climate Adaptation
B) Agricultural Trade
C) Sustainable Farming
D) Genetically Modified Crops
Answer: C
Explanation: Organized by Russia's Rossotrudnichestvo in Addis Ababa, it promotes self-reliant food systems amid global supply chain vulnerabilities.
15. Which U.S. president designated Saudi Arabia as a Major Non-NATO Ally on November 21, 2025?
A) Joe Biden
B) Donald Trump
C) Kamala Harris
D) Barack Obama
Answer: B
Explanation: President Trump's announcement elevates defense cooperation, providing Saudi Arabia access to advanced U.S. military equipment without NATO membership.
16. What software error prompted Honda's recall of 256,000 Accord Hybrids in November 2025?
A) Battery failure
B) Navigation glitch
C) Braking system
D) Engine control
Answer: C
Explanation: The recall addresses a braking software flaw that could reduce stopping power, posing safety risks; free updates are available at dealerships.
17. Which version of Google's large language model was released on November 21, 2025?
A) Gemini 2.0
B) Gemini 3.0
C) Bard Ultra
D) PaLM 4
Answer: B
Explanation: DeepMind's Gemini 3.0 enhances multimodal AI capabilities, improving reasoning and efficiency for applications in search and creative tools.
18. What is the outlay of the two export promotion schemes approved by the Union Cabinet in November 2025?
A) Rs 30,000 cr
B) Rs 45,060 cr
C) Rs 50,000 cr
D) Rs 40,000 cr
Answer: B
Explanation: The Employment-Linked Incentive (EPI) and Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSMEs aim to boost exports amid global trade challenges.
19. Who became India’s 26th Woman Grandmaster in chess in November 2025?
A) R Vaishali
B) Sarayu Velpula
C) Divya Deshmukh
D) Vantika Agrawal
Answer: B
Explanation: 19-year-old Sarayu Velpula from Warangal, Telangana, achieved the title after securing her final norm at the First League of Central Serbia 2025 in Novi Pazar, Serbia; she is selected for the FIDE World Women’s Team Championship 2025 in Linares, Spain.
20. What is the location of the landslide that killed at least 21 people in Kenya in November 2025?
A) Nairobi
B) Rift Valley Province
C) Mombasa
D) Kisumu
Answer: B
Explanation: Heavy rains triggered the disaster, leaving 30 missing; it highlights vulnerabilities in Kenya's hilly regions to climate-induced events.
21. Which company suspended operations in Gaza after a staff arrest by Hamas?
A) UNRWA
B) Abdul Salam Yassin Company
C) Red Crescent
D) Gaza Water Authority
Answer: B
Explanation: The water provider, serving over one million, halted services in protest, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in the region.
22. What is the name of India's first momentum-based small-cap mutual fund launched in November 2025?
A) Samco Momentum Fund
B) Samco Small Cap Fund
C) HDFC Dynamic Cap
D) SBI Growth Equity
Answer: B
Explanation: Samco Mutual Fund's scheme uses proprietary strategies to target high-growth small caps, aiming for long-term investor returns.
23. How many gold medals did Indian women boxers win at the World Boxing Cup Finals 2025?
A) 2
B) 3
C) 4
D) 5
Answer: C
Explanation: The team dominated in Greater Noida, securing four golds and showcasing India's rising strength in women's boxing.
24. What is the theme of the 27th ICOM General Conference in Dubai, November 2025?
A) Digital Museums
B) The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities
C) Sustainable Heritage
D) Global Art Exchange
Answer: B
Explanation: The event at Dubai World Trade Centre gathers 4,500 experts to discuss adaptive strategies for cultural institutions amid urbanization.
25. Which tanker and its crew was released by Iran in the Strait of Hormuz on November 21, 2025?
A) Stena Impero
B) Marshall Islands-flagged tanker
C) Grace 1
D) British Heritage
Answer: B
Explanation: Iran freed the vessel and 21 crew after seizing it without explanation, easing tensions in the vital shipping route.