Current Affairs 4th December 2025 : Daily GK Update in English
1. What is the total value of the three loan agreements signed between the Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in December 2025 for development projects in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat?
a) USD 500 million
b) USD 800 million
c) USD 1 billion
d) USD 1.2 billion
Answer: b) USD 800 million
Explanation: The agreements, signed by Deputy Secretary Saurabh Singh and ADB Country Director Mio Oka, aim to support sustainable development in the three states, focusing on infrastructure and economic growth.
2. Which international organization retained India's GDP growth forecast for FY26 at 6.7% in its latest bi-annual report released in December 2025?
a) World Bank
b) IMF
c) OECD
d) ADB
Answer: c) OECD
Explanation: The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) highlighted India's resilient economy amid global uncertainties, crediting reforms and domestic consumption.
3. The 14th edition of the bilateral military exercise 'EKUVERIN 2025' between India and Maldives commenced on December 2, 2025, in which Indian city?
a) Mumbai
b) Thiruvananthapuram
c) Kochi
d) Visakhapatnam
Answer: b) Thiruvananthapuram
Explanation: The exercise, involving the Indian Army and Maldives National Defence Force, focuses on enhancing interoperability and counter-terrorism capabilities in Kerala.
4. Bharat Dynamics Limited secured defence contracts worth Rs. 2,461.62 crore from the Indian Army in December 2025 for the supply of which missiles?
a) BrahMos and Akash
b) Anti-Tank Guided Missiles (ATGMs) and Surface-to-Air Missiles (SAMs)
c) Prithvi and Agni
d) Nag and Surya
Answer: b) Anti-Tank Guided Missiles (ATGMs) and Surface-to-Air Missiles (SAMs)
Explanation: The emergency procurement strengthens India's border defence amid regional tensions.
5. The Government of India approved the Prime Minister’s Awards for Excellence in Public Administration in December 2025 to recognize outstanding work by whom?
a) Private sector employees
b) Civil servants
c) Elected representatives
d) Journalists
Answer: b) Civil servants
Explanation: Approved on December 1, 2025, the awards aim to motivate innovation and efficiency in public governance across India.
6. Which Indian state received the highest foreign direct investment (FDI) inflow of USD 10.57 billion during April-September 2025?
a) Karnataka
b) Maharashtra
c) Gujarat
d) Delhi
Answer: b) Maharashtra
Explanation: Singapore was the top FDI source at USD 11.94 billion nationally, with Maharashtra leading state-wise inflows, per official data.
7. The Indian government withdrew the mandate for mobile manufacturers to pre-install which app on smartphones in December 2025?
a) Aarogya Setu
b) Sanchar Saathi
c) UMANG
d) DigiLocker
Answer: b) Sanchar Saathi
Explanation: The decision followed a surge in voluntary downloads, boosting public confidence in the telecom fraud detection platform.
8. In a Chhattisgarh encounter on December 3, 2025, Indian security forces killed how many Maoist rebels, while losing three officers?
a) 8
b) 12
c) 15
d) 20
Answer: b) 12
Explanation: The raid in Raipur district is part of a major offensive against Maoist insurgents, highlighting ongoing internal security challenges.
9. Russian President Vladimir Putin is scheduled to visit India on December 4-5, 2025, for talks on oil, arms, and what else?
a) Climate change
b) Donald Trump’s tariffs
c) Space cooperation
d) Cultural exchange
Answer: b) Donald Trump’s tariffs
Explanation: PM Narendra Modi will host a private dinner for Putin, amid efforts to deepen strategic ties despite US trade uncertainties.
10. Malaysia announced plans to restart the search for missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 on which date in December 2025?
a) December 15
b) December 20
c) December 30
d) December 25
Answer: c) December 30
Explanation: Over 10 years after the 2014 disappearance, the renewed effort aims to uncover clues about the Boeing 777's fate.
11. Which country assumed the Chairship of the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) for 2026 on December 4, 2025?
a) Sweden
b) India
c) Canada
d) Brazil
Answer: b) India
Explanation: Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar assumed the role, emphasizing India's democratic leadership globally.
12. India was re-elected to the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council with the highest votes in which category for the 2025-26 biennium?
a) Category A
b) Category B
c) Category C
d) Observer
Answer: c) Category C
Explanation: The election at the IMO Assembly in London underscores India's growing maritime influence.
13. The 19th edition of the joint military exercise 'SURYA KIRAN XIX – 2025' between India and which country is being conducted from November 25 to December 8, 2025?
a) Bhutan
b) Nepal
c) Bangladesh
d) Sri Lanka
Answer: b) Nepal
Explanation: Held in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand, it focuses on mountain warfare and disaster response.
14. The European Union agreed on a provisional deal in December 2025 to phase out natural gas imports from which country by 2027?
a) Norway
b) Qatar
c) Russia
d) Algeria
Answer: c) Russia
Explanation: The agreement aims to enhance energy security amid geopolitical tensions.
15. Uzbekistan’s Javokhir Sindarov won the FIDE World Cup 2025 in which Indian city, becoming the youngest winner?
a) Chennai
b) Goa
c) Kolkata
d) New Delhi
Answer: b) Goa
Explanation: The event, held from October 30 to November 27, 2025, saw Sindarov defeat China’s Wei Yi in the final tiebreak.
16. Which day is observed on December 4, 2025, to honor the Indian Navy's role in the 1971 Indo-Pak War?
a) Armed Forces Day
b) Indian Navy Day
c) Kargil Vijay Diwas
d) Republic Day
Answer: b) Indian Navy Day
Explanation: It commemorates the sinking of Pakistani destroyer PNS Khaibar by INS Kirpan during the 1971 war.
17. The EU floated 'emergency' powers in December 2025 to raise €210 billion from assets belonging to which country to fund Ukraine?
a) Iran
b) China
c) Russia
d) North Korea
Answer: c) Russia
Explanation: The contentious proposal marks a potential watershed for EU sanctions enforcement.
18. In December 2025, the US paused immigration applications from nations on its travel-ban list for what reason?
a) Economic downturn
b) Updated security assessments
c) Pandemic resurgence
d) Election delays
Answer: b) Updated security assessments
Explanation: The temporary action affects green cards and citizenship processes from 19 countries.
19. President Trump announced new fuel economy standards in December 2025 that roll back those set by which former president?
a) George W. Bush
b) Barack Obama
c) Joe Biden
d) Donald Trump (previous term)
Answer: c) Joe Biden
Explanation: The changes aim to reduce vehicle costs and expand options like smaller trucks.
20. Russian President Putin accepted parts of a US peace plan for which conflict in December 2025, but deemed others unacceptable?
a) Gaza
b) Ukraine
c) Yemen
d) Syria
Answer: b) Ukraine
Explanation: Talks with US envoys in Moscow stalled, raising doubts about progress.
21. The 136th session of the IMO Council is scheduled for December 4, 2025, in which city to elect its Chair and Vice-Chair?
a) Geneva
b) London
c) New York
d) Singapore
Answer: b) London
Explanation: It follows India's re-election to the Council, focusing on maritime safety and trade.
22. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) transferred the Camouflage Pattern Generation Software Sigma 4.0 (CPGS 4.0) and a full-scale multispectral signature tank mock-up to which unit of the Indian Army in December 2025?
a) Corps of Signals
b) Corps of Military Engineering (CME)
c) Armoured Corps
d) Artillery Regiment
Answer: b) Corps of Military Engineering (CME)
Explanation: The transfer to the CME in Pune enhances India's indigenous defence technology for camouflage and signature management, aiding in stealth operations and reducing detectability in modern warfare scenari
23. The Gujarat ATS busted an espionage network in December 2025, arresting two suspects, including a former Indian Army Subedar, for passing information to which country?
a) China
b) Pakistan
c) Bangladesh
d) Nepal
Answer: b) Pakistan
Explanation: The duo, AK Singh and Rashmani Pal, shared classified details, prompting national security concerns.
24. On December 4, 2025, which global day focuses on conserving cheetahs and other wildlife?
a) World Tiger Day
b) International Cheetah Day
c) World Lion Day
d) Elephant Awareness Day
Answer: b) International Cheetah Day
Explanation: PM Modi urged visits to India to see cheetahs, tying into Project Cheetah's reintroduction efforts.
25. The NIA conducted searches at 22 places across Haryana, Bihar, and Punjab in December 2025 related to a terror conspiracy case involving which group?
a) ISIS
b) Lashkar-e-Taiba
c) Khalistan modules
d) Maoists
Answer: c) Khalistan modules
Explanation: The raids target separatist networks, amid rising cross-border activities.