Current Affairs 5th December 2025 : Daily GK Update in English
1 What is the name of the final full moon of 2025, rising on December 5?
A) Harvest Moon
B) Cold Moon
C) Wolf Moon
D) Pink Moon
Answer: B) Cold Moon
Explanation: The 'Cold Moon' marks the last full moon of 2025, symbolizing the onset of winter in the Northern Hemisphere, as per astronomical observations reported by major news outlets like Business Standard.
2 Which international day is observed on December 5 to celebrate volunteer contributions?
A) World Soil Day
B) International Volunteer Day
C) Human Rights Day
D) World AIDS Day
Answer: B) International Volunteer Day
Explanation: Designated by the United Nations, International Volunteer Day (IVD) on December 5 honors global volunteering efforts and launches initiatives like the International Volunteer Year 2026, as highlighted by IPS and Wikipedia.
3 What significant renaming occurred in the Indian government in December 2025 to emphasize citizen-centric governance?
A) Ministry of Finance to 'Arthik Seva'
B) Prime Minister’s Office to ‘Seva Teerth’
C) Rajya Sabha to 'Janata Parishad'
D) Lok Sabha to 'Lok Seva'
Answer: B) Prime Minister’s Office to ‘Seva Teerth’
Explanation: The Government of India renamed the PMO complex as ‘Seva Teerth’ to underscore service-oriented administration, with Governors' residences redesignated as Lok Bhavan, per AffairsCloud reports.
4 By what percentage did India's arms revenues increase in 2024, reaching USD 7.5 billion?
A) 5.9%
B) 8.2%
C) 10.1%
D) 12.3%
Answer: B) 8.2%
Explanation: According to SIPRI's 2024 data released on December 1, 2025, India's arms revenues rose 8.2% from USD 6.9 billion in 2023, representing 1.1% of global top 100 companies' totals, as covered by AffairsCloud.
5 Which organization launched SoLAR-Phase II in November 2025 to promote climate-resilient solar energy in South Asia and East Africa?
A) World Bank
B) International Water Management Institute (IWMI)
C) United Nations Environment Programme
D) Asian Development Bank
Answer: B) International Water Management Institute (IWMI)
Explanation: IWMI, in partnership with the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation, initiated SoLAR-Phase II in India, Bangladesh, Kenya, and Ethiopia to enhance agricultural resilience through solar energy, per AffairsCloud.
6 What is the target blending percentage for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in India by 2030 for international flights?
A) 2%
B) 5%
C) 10%
D) 15%
Answer: B) 5%
Explanation: The Government of India approved SAF blending targets of 1% by 2027, 2% by 2028, and 5% by 2030, announced by MoS Murlidhar Mohol, to reduce aviation emissions, as reported by AffairsCloud.
7 Which Indian PSU ranked 44th in SIPRI's Top 100 Arms-Producing Companies for 2024 with USD 4,010 million revenue?
A) Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
B) Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL)
C) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
D) Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL)
Answer: C) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
Explanation: HAL led Indian entries at 44th, followed by BEL (58th) and MDL (91st), under the Ministry of Defence, highlighting India's growing defense manufacturing, per SIPRI data via AffairsCloud.
8 What event is Odisha hosting from December 5 to 7, 2025, to discuss energy transitions?
A) International Solar Summit
B) Global Energy Leaders’ Summit (GELS)
C) India Renewable Energy Conclave
D) Asian Climate Forum
Answer: B) Global Energy Leaders’ Summit (GELS)
Explanation: The Odisha government is convening GELS 2025 in Puri to unite stakeholders on sustainable energy, as announced in GKToday, emphasizing India's green energy push.
9 Which day on December 5 focuses on raising awareness about soil's role in ecosystems and food security?
A) International Cheetah Day
B) World Soil Day
C) International Anti-Corruption Day
D) Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Answer: B) World Soil Day
Explanation: Observed annually on December 5 by the UN, World Soil Day promotes sustainable soil management for healthy ecosystems, as noted in Jagran Josh and Hindustan Times calendars.
10 What controversial reopening did Israel announce on December 5, 2025, following Hamas's return of remains?
A) Gaza-Egypt Rafah Border Crossing
B) West Bank Checkpoints
C) Lebanon Border Posts
D) Syrian Golan Heights Crossing
Answer: A) Gaza-Egypt Rafah Border Crossing
Explanation: Israel will reopen the Rafah Crossing to allow Palestinians to exit Gaza, after Hamas returned unidentified remains, amid ongoing conflict, per Wikipedia's current events portal.
11 Which Indian company launched Ciplostem, a cell therapy for knee osteoarthritis, in December 2025?
A) Sun Pharma
B) Cipla
C) Dr. Reddy's Laboratories
D) Lupin
Answer: B) Cipla
Explanation: Cipla's Ciplostem marks a breakthrough in orthobiologic treatments, approved by the Drug Controller General, advancing India's medical innovation, as per GKToday.
12 What is the theme of International Volunteer Day 2025, tied to the launch of IVY 2026?
A) Volunteers for Climate Action
B) Global Unity in Service
C) Year of Transformation
D) Inclusive Volunteering
Answer: C) Year of Transformation
Explanation: The 2025 IVD launches the International Volunteer Year 2026 under the theme 'Year of Transformation,' focusing on volunteering's role in sustainable development, via IPS reports.
13 Which Indian tennis figure was reappointed as Davis Cup captain until December 31, 2026?
A) Leander Paes
B) Rohit Rajpal
C) Mahesh Bhupathi
D) Sania Mirza
Answer: B) Rohit Rajpal
Explanation: Rohit Rajpal's reappointment ensures leadership continuity for India's Davis Cup campaigns, as announced by the All India Tennis Association, per GKToday.
14 What MoU did NHAI sign in December 2025 to enhance highway safety?
A) With Google Maps for Navigation
B) With Reliance Jio for Telecom Alerts
C) With ISRO for Drone Surveillance
D) With Uber for Ride-Sharing
Answer: B) With Reliance Jio for Telecom Alerts
Explanation: The agreement deploys telecom-based safety alerts on National Highways, improving real-time hazard communication, as detailed in AffairsCloud.
15 Which region of India was placed under the highest seismic risk zone in BIS's revised map of November 2025?
A) Western Ghats
B) Entire Himalayas
C) Deccan Plateau
D) Indo-Gangetic Plains
Answer: B) Entire Himalayas
Explanation: The Bureau of Indian Standards' updated Earthquake Design Code 2025 classifies the entire Himalayas as Zone V (highest risk), incorporating fault data, per AffairsCloud.
16 What is the expected global economic growth rate for 2025, down from 2024, per UNCTAD?
A) 2.6%
B) 3.2%
C) 2.9%
D) 4.1%
Answer: A) 2.6%
Explanation: UNCTAD forecasts a slowdown to 2.6% in 2025 due to trade pressures and geopolitical tensions, from 2.9% in 2024, as reported in Global Issues.
17 Which U.S. policy change on December 3, 2025, targeted fuel economy standards?
A) Increased CAFE Standards
B) Relaxed Fuel Economy Rules
C) Banned Electric Vehicles
D) Subsidized Diesel Imports
Answer: B) Relaxed Fuel Economy Rules
Explanation: President Trump announced rollbacks to fuel economy standards in the Oval Office, aiming to boost domestic manufacturing, per NPR coverage.
18 What peace deal involving DR Congo and Rwanda is set for signing in Washington on December 5, 2025?
A) Nile Basin Accord
B) U.S.-Brokered Eastern DRC Peace Deal
C) Great Lakes Security Pact
D) African Union Ceasefire
Answer: B) U.S.-Brokered Eastern DRC Peace Deal
Explanation: The deal addresses M23 rebel conflicts but faces ground challenges, as U.S.-mediated talks conclude, according to NPR.
19 Which Indian leader gifted a Russian-translated Bhagavad Gita to Vladimir Putin during his December 2025 visit?
A) President Droupadi Murmu
B) Prime Minister Narendra Modi
C) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar
D) Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar
Answer: B) Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Explanation: PM Modi presented the gift during the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit, symbolizing cultural ties, as noted in ABP Live headlines.
20 What is the total revenue from arms sales by the top 100 global companies in 2024, per SIPRI?
A) $500 billion
B) $679 billion
C) $800 billion
D) $1 trillion
Answer: B) $679 billion
Explanation: SIPRI reported a 5.9% rise to $679 billion in 2024, driven by conflicts, with India's contribution at USD 7.5 billion, via Global Issues.
21 Which summit was inaugurated by Union MoS Dr. Jitendra Singh in Dehradun from November 28-30, 2025?
A) World Economic Forum
B) World Summit on Disaster Management (WSDM)
C) Global Health Summit
D) Tech Innovation Conclave
Answer: B) World Summit on Disaster Management (WSDM)
Explanation: The event, alongside Uttarakhand's Science Conference, focused on disaster resilience near Jim Corbett and Rajaji National Parks, per AffairsCloud.
22 What tariff did the Trump administration impose on Italian pasta imports in December 2025?
A) 50%
B) 107%
C) 75%
D) 25%
Answer: B) 107%
Explanation: The 107% tariff aims to protect U.S. producers but risks market exit for Italian exporters, as per NPR's economic updates.
23 Which Lithuanian politician was fined €5,000 in December 2025 for antisemitic comments?
A) Prime Minister Ingrida Šimonytė
B) A coalition party leader
C) President Gitanas Nausėda
D) Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis
Answer: B) A coalition party leader
Explanation: The court convicted the leader for hate speech, highlighting Europe's rising antisemitism concerns, via ABC News.
24 What is the venue for the 2025 Southeast Asian Games opening ceremony on December 5?
A) Jakarta, Indonesia
B) Bangkok, Thailand
C) Manila, Philippines
D) Hanoi, Vietnam
Answer: B) Bangkok, Thailand
Explanation: Thailand hosts the 2025 SEA Games, with the opening in Bangkok promoting regional unity, as listed in December event calendars.
25 By what amount did India's honey exports triple in the last decade, per December 2025 data?
A) From 76,000 MT to 1.5 lakh MT in production
B) Doubled to 1 lakh MT
C) Halved due to climate issues
D) Remained static at 50,000 MT
Answer: A) From 76,000 MT to 1.5 lakh MT in production
Explanation: India's honey production surged from 76,000 MT to over 1.5 lakh MT, with exports tripling, boosting rural economies, as per PMF IAS current affairs.