Current Affairs 16th October 2026 : Daily GK Update in Marathi
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1. Which Union Minister inaugurated the "EARTH Summit 2025" held from December 5 to 6 in Gandhinagar, Gujarat?
a) Rajnath Singh
b) Amit Shah
c) Nirmala Sitharaman
d) Annpurna Devi
Answer:b) Amit Shah
Explanation: Union Minister Amit Shah, Ministry of Home Affairs and Cooperation, inaugurated the summit focused on environmental sustainability and cooperative initiatives at Mahatma Mandir.
2. What is the record-breaking auction price for the Winter Egg, a Fabergé egg sold at Christie's in London on December 9, 2025?
a) £15.2 million
b) £22.9 million
c) £30.2 million
d) £18.5 million
Answer:b) £22.9 million
Explanation: The Winter Egg set a new auction record for a Fabergé work at £22.9 million (US$30.2 million), highlighting the enduring value of imperial Russian artifacts.
3. How many infrastructure projects did Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurate for the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) in Ladakh on December 9, 2025?
a) 75
b) 100
c) 125
d) 150
Answer: c) 125
Explanation: The projects include 28 roads, 93 bridges, and 4 miscellaneous works, marking the highest single-day launch in BRO's history to enhance border connectivity.
4. Which international day observed on December 9, 2025, aims to highlight the impact of corruption on health, education, and democracy?
a) Human Rights Day
b) International Anti-Corruption Day
c) World Soil Day
d) International Volunteer Day
Answer:b) International Anti-Corruption Day
Explanation: Designated by the UN, this day raises awareness about corruption's detrimental effects on sustainable development and global prosperity.
5. In which location was the Global Energy Leaders’ Summit (GELS) 2025 held from December 5 to 7, focusing on energy sustainability?
a) Gandhinagar, Gujarat
b) Puri, Odisha
c) New Delhi, Delhi
d) Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Answer:b) Puri, Odisha
Explanation: India's first dedicated energy summit emphasized sufficiency, innovation, and clean energy frameworks, including an MoU for integrated clean energy in Odisha.
6. What major event marked the opening ceremony on December 9, 2025, in Bangkok, Thailand?
a) FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup Final
b) 2025 Southeast Asian Games
c) Formula One Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
d) ASEAN Summit
Answer:b) 2025 Southeast Asian Games
Explanation: The games promote regional sports cooperation among Southeast Asian nations, with Thailand as host for this multi-sport event.
7. Which biography's Gujarati edition was released by Union Minister Amit Shah in Ahmedabad on December 9, 2025?
a) 'Chunotiya Mujhe Pasand Hai' on Anandiben Patel
b) 'Earth Summit Chronicles'
c) 'Border Roads Legacy'
d) 'Quantum India'
Answer:a) 'Chunotiya Mujhe Pasand Hai' on Anandiben Patel
Explanation: The book chronicles the life and challenges faced by Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel, promoting regional literature.
8. What tragic incident involving Cambodian forces occurred in Ubon Ratchathani province, Thailand, on December 9, 2025?
a) A earthquake of magnitude 7.5
b) Shelling that killed one Thai soldier and injured four
c) A nightclub fire
d) Drone strikes
Answer:b) Shelling that killed one Thai soldier and injured four
Explanation: The border clash escalated tensions between Thailand and Cambodia, prompting calls for diplomatic intervention.
9. Which state became the first in India to achieve 100% digitization of its 5.46 crore voter rolls under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2026?
a) Uttar Pradesh
b) Gujarat
c) Rajasthan
d) Odisha
Answer:c) Rajasthan
Explanation: Led by Chief Electoral Officer Navin Mahajan, this milestone enhances electoral transparency and efficiency ahead of future polls.
10 What record-breaking price was achieved by the Winter Egg, a Fabergé imperial artifact, at Christie's auction in London on December 9, 2025?
a) £15.9 million
b) £22.9 million
c) £30.2 million
d) £18.7 million
Answer: b) £22.9 million
Explanation: The Winter Egg, one of the few remaining Fabergé eggs in private hands, sold for £22.9 million (approximately US$30.2 million), establishing a new auction record for works by the House of Fabergé and underscoring the high demand for Russian imperial treasures.
11. What is the focus of the "100-Day Intensive Awareness Campaign for a Child Marriage Free Bharat" launched on December 4, 2025?
a) Environmental conservation
b) Eradicating child marriages
c) Quantum technology
d) Voter education
Answer: b) Eradicating child marriages
Explanation: Launched by Union Minister Annpurna Devi, the campaign marks the first anniversary of the Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, coordinated across multiple ministries.
12. Which F1 driver won the 2025 World Drivers' Championship by outscoring Max Verstappen by two points in Abu Dhabi?
a) Lewis Hamilton
b) Lando Norris
c) Charles Leclerc
d) Oscar Piastri
Answer: b) Lando Norris
Explanation: McLaren's Norris secured his first title in the season's final race, ending Red Bull's dominance.
13. What new AI-powered platform is Deloitte India launching on December 9, 2025, for tax research?
a) Tax Pragya
b) Sanchar Saathi
c) NATGRID
d) Quantum Roadmap
Answer: a) Tax Pragya
Explanation: The platform provides rapid analysis of tax judgments and legal developments to enhance compliance and insights for professionals.
14. Which bill was introduced by NCP MP Supriya Sule in Parliament on December 8, 2025, to promote work-life balance?
a) Right to Disconnect Bill 2025
b) Central Excise Amendment Bill 2025
c) Health Security Cess Bill 2025
d) Vande Mataram Bill
Answer: a) Right to Disconnect Bill 2025
Explanation: The bill allows employees to ignore work communications after hours without penalty, addressing digital burnout.
15. What significant milestone did India's internet subscriber base reach in Q2 FY26, as per TRAI?
a) 900 million
b) 1.017 billion
c) 1.2 billion
d) 800 million
Answer: b) 1.017 billion
Explanation: The growth reflects expanding digital access, driven by affordable data and infrastructure expansion.
16. Which country resumed the search for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 wreckage on December 30, 2025?
a) Australia
b) Malaysia
c) India
d) United States
Answer: b) Malaysia
Explanation: Under a "no-find, no-fee" agreement with Ocean Infinity, the 55-day search targets the southern Indian Ocean.
17. What was the theme of the 10th edition of India-Indonesia Joint Special Forces Exercise ‘Garuda Shakti 2025’ held in Himachal Pradesh?
a) Counter-terrorism and urban warfare
b) Maritime security
c) Cyber defense
d) Humanitarian aid
Answer: a) Counter-terrorism and urban warfare
Explanation: The exercise, from December 3 to 12 at Bakloh, strengthens bilateral military ties initiated in 2012.
18. Which organization unveiled a roadmap with IBM to position India as a top-3 quantum economy by 2047?
a) NITI Aayog
b) BRO
c) TRAI
d) SECI
Answer: a) NITI Aayog
Explanation: The Frontier Tech Hub's phased plan focuses on quantum innovation from 2025-2030 and global leadership by 2035.
19. What controversy arose in the Lok Sabha on December 8, 2025, regarding the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram?
a) Debate on electoral reforms
b) Accusations of Congress 'surrender' to Muslim League
c) GST compensation cess
d) Child marriage campaign
Answer: b) Accusations of Congress 'surrender' to Muslim League
Explanation: PM Modi criticized historical fragmentation of the national song, sparking a political debate.
20. Which women's national team won the inaugural FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup final in Metro Manila, Philippines?
a) Spain
b) Brazil
c) Portugal
d) Argentina
Answer: b) Brazil
Explanation: Brazil defeated Portugal 3-0, with Emilly earning the Golden Ball for her outstanding performance.
21. What was the magnitude and impact of the earthquake that struck Japan on December 9, 2025?
a) 6.5, minor damage
b) 7.5, 33 injured and tsunami warning
c) 5.0, no casualties
d) 8.0, major destruction
Answer: b) 7.5, 33 injured and tsunami warning
Explanation: The quake hit Pacific coastal areas, causing light damage and aftershock alerts.
22. How many women served in Ukraine's military in 2025, as reported on December 9?
a) Over 50,000
b) Over 70,000
c) Over 90,000
d) Over 40,000
Answer: b) Over 70,000
Explanation: This figure underscores women's significant role in Ukraine's defense amid ongoing conflict.
23. What compensation did a Beijing court order Malaysia Airlines to pay families of MH370 victims on December 9, 2025?
a) $100,000 each
b) $410,000 each
c) $250,000 each
d) $500,000 each
Answer: b) $410,000 each
Explanation: The ruling covers eight Chinese families, addressing the 2014 disappearance over a decade later.
24. Which Indian chess grandmaster qualified for the Candidates 2026 by winning the FIDE Circuit 2025?
a) Viswanathan Anand
b) R Praggnanandhaa
c) D Gukesh
d) Arjun Erigaisi
Answer: b) R Praggnanandhaa
Explanation: Praggnanandhaa's victory marks him as India's top qualifier for the elite tournament.
25. What new cess bill was introduced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in the Rajya Sabha on December 8, 2025?
a) Environmental Cess Bill
b) Health Security se National Security Cess Bill 2025
c) Digital Tax Cess Bill
d) Border Infrastructure Cess Bill
Answer: b) Health Security se National Security Cess Bill 2025
Explanation: The bill replaces the GST compensation cess on tobacco products, linking health and national security funding.