Current Affairs 5th November 2025 : Daily GK Update in English
1. What significant religious festival is being celebrated on November 5, 2025, leading to school holidays in several Indian states like Punjab?
A) Diwali
B) Guru Nanak Jayanti
C) Holi
D) Eid al-Fitr
Answer: B
Explanation: Guru Nanak Jayanti marks the 556th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism, observed on November 5, 2025. It has prompted school closures in states like Punjab due to processions and cultural events. This is corroborated by reports from India Today and The Hindu, highlighting its importance for school assemblies and public observances.
2. On November 5, 2025, what global observance focuses on disaster preparedness, drawing from events like the 2025 Kamchatka tsunami?
A) World Environment Day
B) World Tsunami Awareness Day
C) International Yoga Day
D) World Health Day
Answer: B
Explanation: World Tsunami Awareness Day on November 5 promotes early warning systems and community resilience, referencing the July 2025 Kamchatka tsunami in Russia where 2,700 residents were safely evacuated. Global Issues and UN reports emphasize this as a key initiative for coastal nations like India.
3. Who was elected as the Mayor of New York City on November 4, 2025, making history as the first Muslim and South Asian in the role?
A) Andrew Cuomo
B) Zohran Mamdani
C) Eric Adams
D) Bill de Blasio
Answer: B
Explanation: Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old Democratic Socialist of Indian-Ugandan origin, won the NYC mayoral race, advocating for free public transport and rent control. ABC News and X posts from November 5 confirm his victory as a progressive shift, with projections from early November 4 results.
4. What is the AQI level recorded in New Delhi on November 4, 2025, prompting sustained pollution alerts?
A) 150 (Moderate)
B) 309 (Very Poor)
C) 450 (Severe)
D) 100 (Good)
Answer: B
Explanation: Delhi's Air Quality Early Warning System reported an AQI of 309 on November 4, with several stations exceeding 400, categorized as 'very poor'. The Indian Express and India Today noted this as part of ongoing winter smog issues, affecting public health.
5. The Supreme Court of India announced a verdict date for guidelines on what issue intersecting public safety and animal welfare, to be delivered on November 7, 2025?
A) Wildlife trafficking
B) Feeding stray dogs in public premises
C) Elephant relocation
D) Bird sanctuaries
Answer: B
Explanation: The court is addressing feeding stray dogs in government areas, balancing municipal duties and safety. India Today's school assembly headlines for November 5 highlight this as a nationwide policy shaper.
6. What cultural and conservation event kicked off across Indian states on November 4, 2025?
A) Ganga Utsav 2025
B) Kumbh Mela
C) Yoga Utsav
D) Bharat Parv
Answer: A
Explanation: Ganga Utsav 2025 combines festivals with river cleanup drives in multiple states. India Today reports it as a key environmental initiative starting November 4.
7. In a landmark ruling on November 5, 2025, the Supreme Court of India highlighted the misuse of which Act in cases of marital discord and adolescent relationships?
A) Dowry Prohibition Act
B) POCSO Act
C) Domestic Violence Act
D) IT Act
Answer: B
Explanation: The POCSO Act (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) is being misused, per the court, urging awareness among boys and men. The Hindu's top news on November 4-5 covers this as a call for legal education.
8. What U.S. election concern remains the top voter priority as per the AP Voter Poll released around November 4, 2025?
A) Immigration
B) Economy
C) Climate Change
D) Healthcare
Answer: B
Explanation: The economy tops concerns amid 2025 elections, including NYC mayor and gubernatorial races. PBS News and NPR reports from November 4 underscore this in voter sentiment analysis.
9. On November 4, 2025, Pakistan welcomed over 2,100 Sikh pilgrims from India for a festival marking what anniversary?
A) 500th birth of Guru Nanak
B) 556th birth of Guru Nanak
C) 100th independence
D) 75th partition
Answer: B
Explanation: This is the first major border crossing since May clashes, for Guru Nanak's 556th birth anniversary. The Hindu reports it as a positive diplomatic gesture.
10. What supermoon event, known as the Beaver Moon, peaks on November 5, 2025, appearing largest due to its perigee?
A) Harvest Moon
B) Beaver Moon
C) Wolf Moon
D) Blue Moon
Answer: B
Explanation: The November full moon, the closest to Earth in 2025, peaks at 8:19 a.m. ET on November 5. The Economic Times details its cultural significance as the 'Digging Moon' and viewing tips.
11. Which Nigerian court ordered the PDP to proceed with its national convention on November 15-16, 2025, overriding a prior halt?
A) Federal High Court, Abuja
B) High Court, Oyo State
C) Supreme Court, Lagos
D) Appeal Court, Kano
Answer: B
Explanation: Justice A.L. Akintola's ruling in Oyo counters an Abuja order, allowing the Ibadan convention. Naija News headlines for November 5 confirm this political development.
12. What U.S. program saw partial SNAP benefits announced for November 2025 amid a government shutdown?
A) Medicaid
B) Food Stamps (SNAP)
C) Unemployment Insurance
D) Social Security
Answer: B
Explanation: The USDA will issue partial food stamp benefits using contingency funds, per a lawsuit by states. 92Q and NPR report uncertainty for millions starting November 1.
13. Maharashtra's local body elections in 2025 begin voting on what date, with 1.07 crore voters in the first phase?
A) November 10
B) December 2
C) November 15
D) January 5
Answer: B
Explanation: Nominations run November 10-17, voting December 2, counting December 3. The Indian Express covers this as a major civic poll.
14. What app was removed from Apple's App Store on November 4, 2025, following a Trump administration request over ICE agent safety?
A) Uber
B) ICEBlock
C) TikTok
D) Signal
Answer: B
Explanation: ICEBlock crowdsources ICE sightings for immigrants; AG Pam Bondi cited risks. NPR's November 4 story details the enforcement tracking controversy.
15. COP30, the UN climate conference, is scheduled for November 2025 in which Brazilian city?
A) Rio de Janeiro
B) Belém
C) São Paulo
D) Brasília
Answer: B
Explanation: From November 10-21, it focuses on Amazon conservation. Global Issues lists it as a pivotal event for global emissions talks.
16. India's Marine Fisheries Census 2025, launched digitally, targets how many fisher households across 13 coastal states?
A) 500,000
B) 1.2 million
C) 2 million
D) 800,000
Answer: B
Explanation: Fully digital via ICAR-CMFRI apps, it covers 5,000 villages for sustainable management. Testbook and Adda247 report it starting November 1.
17. What tragic incident in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, on November 4, 2025, led to fears of multiple deaths?
A) Building collapse
B) Train accident
C) Factory fire
D) Road crash
Answer: B
Explanation: A train crash site saw emergency responses; The Hindu's top news on November 4 details the unfolding probe.
18. China expressed firm support for which African leader on November 5, 2025, amid U.S. threats?
A) Cyril Ramaphosa
B) Bola Tinubu
C) Paul Kagame
D) William Ruto
Answer: B
Explanation: Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning backed Nigeria's Tinubu against Trump's military threat claims. Naija News covers this diplomatic stance.
19. What award was announced by India's MHA on October 31, 2025, honoring 1,466 police personnel?
A) President's Police Medal
B) Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak
C) Ashok Chakra
D) Kirti Chakra
Answer: B
Explanation: Instituted for excellence in policing, on Sardar Patel's birth anniversary. Insights on India notes its national scope.
20. The 2025 Kamchatka tsunami in Russia demonstrated effective use of what for zero fatalities?
A) Drones
B) Early warning systems
C) AI forecasting
D) Satellite imagery
Answer: B
Explanation: Sirens and drills evacuated 2,700 residents; waves hit 5 meters. Global Issues' November 4 IPS report praises this preparedness model.
21. What gold price per gram for 24-carat was reported in major Indian cities on November 4, 2025?
A) ₹10,000
B) ₹12,246
C) ₹15,000
D) ₹8,500
Answer: B
Explanation: Prices: 24-carat ₹12,246, 22-carat ₹11,225, 18-carat ₹9,184. The Indian Express' daily update reflects festive demand.
22. Nigeria's House of Representatives reconvened for plenary on November 5, 2025, reversing a what suspension?
A) One-month
B) One-week
C) Two-week
D) Indefinite
Answer: B
Explanation: Earlier one-week suspension lifted for urgent sessions. Naija News headlines confirm the procedural shift.
23. What U.S. legislation, introduced recently, drew Congress criticism on November 4, 2025, for potential visa impacts?
A) HIRE Act
B) FAIR Act
C) DREAM Act
D) PATH Act
Answer: A
Explanation: Halting International Relocation of Employment (HIRE) Act targets outsourcing; The Hindu reports Democratic concerns over jobs.
24. ISRO's LVM3-M5 launched what heaviest satellite to GTO on November 2, 2025?
A) Chandrayaan-3
B) CMS-03
C) Aditya-L1
D) SpaDeX
Answer: B
Explanation: Communication satellite CMS-03 from Sriharikota; The Hindu's November 2 top news details the successful liftoff.
25. What benchmark did OpenAI introduce on November 5, 2025, to test AI on India's languages and contexts?
A) IndBench
B) IndQA
C) BharatAI
D) HindiQA
Answer: B
Explanation: IndQA evaluates AI for cultural nuances in Indian languages. GKToday's daily current affairs highlights it as a diversity-focused tool.