Latest Current Affairs Quiz: 10th November, 2025

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Q1. In November 2025, who received the INTERPOL Medal of the Highest Order during the Middle East International Border Management and Technology Conference held in Manama, Bahrain?

(A). Lt. Gen. Faiz Hameed

(B). General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa

(C). Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa

(D). Dr. Mohammed bin Mubarak Al Khalifa

Answer: b

Solution:

The correct answer is:(b) General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa

Explanation:

• In November 2025, General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, the Minister of Interior of Bahrain, was awarded the INTERPOL Medal of the Highest Order.
• The medal was presented by Major General Dr. Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi, President of INTERPOL and UAE’s Inspector General.
• The award ceremony took place during the Middle East International Border Management and Technology Conference in Manama, Bahrain.
• The medal recognizes exceptional contributions to global security and international law enforcement cooperation.

Information Booster 

• Award: INTERPOL Medal of the Highest Order
• Recipient: General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa (Interior Minister, Bahrain)
• Presented By:Major General Dr. Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi (President of INTERPOL; UAE)
• Event: Middle East International Border Management & Technology Conference
• Location:Manama, Bahrain
• Purpose: Recognition for outstanding efforts in international security & combating organized crime

Q2. In November 2025, India signed an MoU with which country to strengthen cooperation between their diplomatic training institutions, and also jointly inaugurated the resident Embassy of India in its capital city?

(A). Peru

(B). Ecuador

(C). Chile

(D). Colombia

Answer: b

Solution:

The correct answer is:(b) Ecuador

Explanation:

• In November 2025, India and Ecuador signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to boost collaboration between their diplomatic training institutions.
• The MoU was signed in Quito, Ecuador’s capital.
• It was signed by Gabriela Sommerfeld, Ecuador’s Minister of Foreign and Human Mobility Affairs, and Pabitra Margherita, Union MoS in the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) of India.
• Both leaders also jointly inaugurated the resident Embassy of India in Quito, signaling deeper bilateral engagement.

Information Booster:

• Purpose: To enhance diplomatic capacity building and cooperation
• Indian Official:Pabitra Margherita, MoS, MEA
• Ecuadorian Official:Gabriela Sommerfeld, Minister of Foreign & Human Mobility Affairs
• Location:Quito, capital of Ecuador
• Focus Areas of Cooperation: Political ties, trade, pharma, training & knowledge exchange

Additional Knowledge

• Capital of Ecuador:Quito
• Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
• India–Ecuador Relations: Strengthening through trade (pharmaceuticals + engineering goods) and multilateral cooperation
• Significance: Establishing a resident Embassy reflects India’s interest in expanding its presence in Latin America.

Q3. In November 2025, the Industrial Transition Accelerator (ITA) released the report titled “India Insights Briefing: Unlocking India’s Clean Industrialisation Opportunity.” According to the report, what is India’s global rank in terms of the number of clean energy industrial project pipelines?

(A). 1st

(B). 2nd

(C). 3rd

(D). 4th

Answer: c

Solution:

The correct answer is:(c) 3rd

Explanation

• The Industrial Transition Accelerator (ITA), established during COP28, released the report in November 2025.
• The report stated that India ranks 3rd globally with 65 commercial-scale clean energy industrial projects, trailing China and the USA.
• These projects are primarily focused on chemicals, steel, cement, aluminium, and aviation sectors, supporting India’s Net Zero 2070 goals.

Information Booster 

• Report Title:India Insights Briefing: Unlocking India’s Clean Industrialisation Opportunity
• Released by: Industrial Transition Accelerator (ITA)
• India’s Rank: 3rd (after China and USA)
• Project Investment Potential: Over USD 150 billion
• CO₂ Abatement Potential:160–175 Million Tonnes per year

Additional Knowledge

• ITA Origin: Created during COP28 to accelerate decarbonisation of the industry + transport sectors (which contribute 1/3 of global emissions).
• States with Major Clean Industry Pipeline:Odisha, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan.
• Key Emerging Sector:Green Ammonia & Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
• Only 6 projects in India have reached Final Investment Decision (FID) stage so far.

Q4. National Cancer Awareness Day is observed every year on 7 November to raise awareness about cancer prevention and early detection. The day marks the birth anniversary of which Nobel laureate?

(A). Alexander Fleming

(B). Marie Curie

(C). Rosalind Franklin

(D). Jonas Salk

Answer: b

Solution:

The correct answer is:(b) Marie Curie

Explanation

• National Cancer Awareness Day (NCAD) is observed annually on 7 November across India.
• It was introduced in 2014 by Dr. Harsh Vardhan, former Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare.
• The date was chosen to commemorate the birth anniversary of Marie Curie (born 7 November 1867), a scientist known for her pioneering research on radioactivity.
• Marie Curie is unique in history for receiving two Nobel Prizes:
  • 1903 – Physics
  • 1911 – Chemistry

Information Booster

• First Observed: 7 November 2014
• Symbol:Lavender Ribbon (represents awareness for all cancers)
• India’s Cancer Burden (ICMR 2023): Over 14 lakh cases
• Key Risk Factor: Tobacco causes 40–50% of cancers in men in India

Additional Knowledge: Recent Developments in Cancer Treatment:

• NexCAR19 (2024): India’s 1st indigenous CAR-T cell therapy for blood cancers
• Quad Cancer Moonshot (2024): Joint anti-cancer initiative by India, USA, Australia & Japan

Q5. In November 2025, Heritage Foods Limited (HFL) received the Golden Peacock Award for Excellence in Corporate Governance (GPAECG) 2025. Which organization presented this award?

(A). Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)

(B). Institute of Directors (IOD), India

(C). World Economic Forum (WEF)

(D). NITI Aayog

Answer: b

Solution:

The correct answer is:(b) Institute of Directors (IOD), India

Explanation:

• In November 2025, during the IOD London Global Convention on Corporate Governance & Sustainability (London, UK), Heritage Foods Limited (HFL) was awarded the Golden Peacock Award for Excellence in Corporate Governance 2025.
• The award highlighted HFL as one of 11 national winners, and importantly, the only FMCG company to receive this honor.
• N. Bhuvaneswari, Vice Chairperson & MD of HFL, also received the Distinguished Fellow of IOD title for leadership and governance excellence.

Information Booster :

• Award: Golden Peacock Award for Excellence in Corporate Governance (GPAECG) 2025
• Awarded by:Institute of Directors (IOD), India)
• Event: IOD London Global Convention, 4–7 November 2025
• Location: London, United Kingdom
• Distinguished Fellow of IOD (2025):N. Bhuvaneswari (HFL)

Additional Knowledge

• Golden Peacock Awards instituted in:1991
• Purpose: Recognizes excellence in corporate governance, sustainability & ethical leadership
• First Distinguished Fellow (1994):Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
• Heritage Foods Founded: 1992
• Headquarters: Hyderabad, Telangana
• CEO:Srideep N. Kesavan

Q6., In November 2025, who topped the Hurun India Philanthropy List 2025, released by EdelGive Foundation in partnership with Hurun India?

(A). Mukesh Ambani & Family

(B). Bajaj Family

(C). Shiv Nadar & Family

(D). Kumar Mangalam Birla & Family

Answer: c

Solution:

The correct answer is:(c) Shiv Nadar & Family

Explanation:

• The 12th edition of the Hurun India Philanthropy List (2025) was released in November 2025.
• Shiv Nadar (80), Founder-Chairman of HCL Technologies, and his family retained the first position as India’s Most Generous Donors for the fourth time in five years.
• They donated Rs 2,708 crore in FY 2024-25, averaging Rs 7.4 crore per day, marking a 26% increase over last year.

Information Booster :

• 2nd Place: Mukesh Ambani & Family – Rs 626 cr
• 3rd Place: Bajaj Family – Rs 446 cr
• 4th Place: Kumar Mangalam Birla & Family – Rs 440 cr
• 5th Place: Gautam Adani & Family – Rs 386 cr
• Most Generous Woman:Rohini Nilekani – Rs 204 cr
• Youngest Top Donors: Nikhil & Nithin Kamath (Zerodha)
• Top CSR Contributor:Reliance Industries Ltd – Rs 1,309 cr

Additional Knowledge:

• Total Philanthropists Listed: 191
• City with Highest Philanthropists:Mumbai (28%)
• Most Supported Cause:Education (over Rs 4,166 cr)
• Hurun India Founder:Anas Rahman Junaid
• Hurun India HQ: Mumbai
•  Founded: 2012

Q7. In October 2025, which Indian natural heritage site became the only site from India to be rated ‘Good’ in the 4th edition of the IUCN World Heritage Outlook?

(A). Nanda Devi & Valley of Flowers National Park, Uttarakhand

(B). Khangchendzonga National Park, Sikkim

(C). Great Himalayan National Park Conservation Area, Himachal Pradesh

(D). Kaziranga National Park, Assam

Answer: d

Solution:

The correct answer is:(d) Khangchendzonga National Park, Sikkim

Explanation:

• In October 2025, the IUCN World Heritage Outlook 2025 was released during the IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
• It assessed 271 natural and mixed heritage sites globally.
• Khangchendzonga National Park (Sikkim) was rated ‘Good’, making it the only Indian natural heritage site to receive this rating in the 4th edition.
• Other Indian sites like Kaziranga, Nanda Devi & Valley of Flowers, and Great Himalayan NP were rated ‘Good with Some Concerns’, while Western Ghats, Manas, and Sundarbans were rated ‘Significant Concern’.

Information Booster:

• Report Name: IUCN World Heritage Outlook 4 (2025)
• Released at: IUCN World Conservation Congress, Abu Dhabi
• Total Sites Assessed: 271 (231 natural + 40 mixed)
• Asia Sites: 63 sites across 19 countries
• Threats Highlighted: Climate change, tourism, invasive species, road development

Additional Knowledge

• Khangchendzonga NP was declared India’s 1st UNESCO ‘mixed’ heritage site in 2016 (natural + cultural value).
• Located in Sikkim, it stretches from subtropical forests to the glaciated slopes of Mount Khangchendzonga (8,586 m).
• Home to red panda, snow leopard, Himalayan tahr, and ~550 bird species.
• Sacred cultural significance to Lepcha and Tibetan Buddhist communities.
• IUCN HQ: Gland, Switzerland | DG: Grethel Aguilar | Established: 1948.

Q8. On 6 November 2025, the Indian Navy commissioned INS Ikshak. Which of the following statements is correct about INS Ikshak?

(A). It is the second ship of the Survey Vessel (Large) class

(B). It was built by Hindustan Shipyard Limited, Visakhapatnam

(C). It is the third indigenously built Survey Vessel (Large) class ship, built by GRSE​

(D). It is based at the Western Naval Command, Mumbai

Answer: c

Solution:

The correct answer is:(c) It is the third indigenously built Survey Vessel (Large) class ship, built by GRSE

Explanation:

• INS Ikshak (Yard 3027) was commissioned into the Indian Navy on 6 November 2025 at the Southern Naval Command, Kochi.
• It is the third ship of the Survey Vessel (Large) class, after INS Sandhayak and INS Nirdeshak.
• The ship was built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata under a 2018 contract with the Ministry of Defence.
• It will be used primarily for hydrographic surveys, supporting navigation and maritime safety.

Information Booster:

• Ship Name: INS Ikshak (Yard 3027)
• Class: Survey Vessel (Large) — SVL Class
• Commissioned At: Southern Naval Command, Kochi
• Presided By: Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, Chief of Naval Staff
• Builder:GRSE, Kolkata
• Indigenous Content:Over 80%, supporting Aatmanirbhar Bharat
• Name Meaning: ‘Ikshak’ means “Guide” in Sanskrit

Additional Knowledge:

• Previous SVL Ships:

1. INS Sandhayak – 1st SVL (Commissioned Feb 2024)
2. INS Nirdeshak – 2nd SVL (Commissioned Dec 2024)
3. Next in Class:INS Sanshodhak (expected commissioning Dec 2025)

• Notable Feature: First SVL-class ship to have accommodation for women crew
• Capabilities
  – Hydrographic Survey
  – Humanitarian Assistance & Disaster Relief (HADR)
  – Can function as hospital support vessel

Q9. On November 6, 2025, a Rs.50 commemorative coin was released to mark the Golden Jubilee of NHPC Limited. Who released this coin and what was the title of the comic book launched on this occasion?

(A). Piyush Goyal; “Energy Warriors”

(B). Manohar Lal Khattar; “Chhota Bheem aur Bada Bandh”

(C). Nirmala Sitharaman; “Hydro Power Heroes”

(D). Raj Kumar Singh; “Bada Dam, Chhoti Kahani”

Answer: b

Solution:

The correct answer is:(b) Manohar Lal Khattar; “Chhota Bheem aur Bada Bandh”

Explanation:

• On November 6, 2025, Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar (Ministry of Power) released a Rs.50 commemorative coin to celebrate 50 years (Golden Jubilee) of NHPC Limited.

• During the event in New Delhi, he also unveiled a comic book titled “Chhota Bheem aur Bada Bandh”, which aims to educate children and the public on the importance of hydropower.

Information Booster :

• NHPC was established on November 7, 1975.
• Headquarters: Faridabad, Haryana.
• Coin Obverse side: Lion Capital, ₹50, “Satyameva Jayate”.
• Coin Reverse side: NHPC Golden Jubilee logo.
• Material: Quaternary alloy (50%), Copper 40%, Nickel 5%, Zinc 5%.
• NHPC operates in Hydro, Solar, Wind, and Green Hydrogen sectors.

Q10. Which country became the world’s first cashless society in November 2025, where digital payments replaced physical currency in everyday transactions?

(A). Norway

(B). Sweden

(C). Denmark

(D). Finland

Answer: b

Solution:

The correct answer is:(b) Sweden

Explanation:

• In November 2025, Sweden became the first country in the world to function without physical cash in daily transactions.
• According to Sveriges Riksbank (Central Bank of Sweden), the value of all cash (banknotes + coins) in circulation is less than 1% of Sweden’s GDP.
• The shift was supported by government policies, banking reforms, and widespread adoption of digital payment platforms.

Information Booster:

• Key App:Swish (launched in 2012), used for instant bank-linked mobile payments.
• Digital Currency Trial: Sweden is testing the e-krona as a government-backed digital currency.
• Sectors Using Digital Payments: Cafes, transport, museums, retail stores, etc.
• Policy Support: Banks gradually reduced cash handling services to promote cashless transactions.
• Outcome: Reduced theft, faster transactions, & more transparency in the economy.

Additional Knowledge

• Sweden is known for early adoption of technology and high internet penetration.
• Other countries moving toward similar systems include Norway, South Korea, and China, but none have reached full cashless status like Sweden.
• Sweden’s shift aligns with global trends toward FinTech, digital wallets, UPI-type systems, and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs).