Daily Current Affairs Quiz 2025 (17th November, 2025), Check Important Questions Here

Q1. According to the latest announcement by the Ministry of Science & Technology (2025), India has become the world’s ____ largest patent filer.

(A). 4th

(B). 5th

(C). 6th

(D). 8th

Answer: c

Solution:

The correct answer is (c) 6th.
• India filed more than 64,000 patent applications in the latest assessment.
• Over 55% of these applications were filed by resident Indian innovators.
• India’s Global Innovation Index ranking improved from 81st to 38th in recent years.
• The rise reflects growth in start-ups, applied sciences, and innovation-driven sectors.
Information Booster:
• India filed 64,000+ patents as per 2025 data.
• 55%+ of patent filings came from Indian residents.
• India’s GII rank improved from 81 → 38 globally.
• Start-Up India & innovation policies boosted filing rates.
• Patent filings are critical for India’s knowledge-economy shift.

Q2. Which two beaches from Odisha received the Blue Flag Certification for 2025–26?

(A). Chandrabhaga & Gopalpur

(B). Puri Golden Beach & Sunapur Beach

(C). Paradip & Ramchandi

(D). Talasari & Pati Sonapur

Answer: c

Solution:

The correct answer is: (b) Puri Golden Beach & Sunapur Beach
Explanation:
• Odisha’s Puri Golden Beach received Blue Flag status for the 7th consecutive year.
• Sunapur Beach (Ganjam) received it for the 3rd consecutive year.
• Both beaches were certified for 2025–26 by FEE (Denmark).
Information Booster:
• Blue Flag Programme: Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), Denmark.
• Total Blue Flag beaches in India (2025–26): 13 recognised, 12 certified.
• Criteria: 33 parameters (water quality, waste management, safety).
• Puri Golden Beach = One of India’s most visited pilgrimage beaches.
• Sunapur = Located at confluence of Bahuda River + Bay of Bengal.
Additional Knowledge:
• Chandrabhaga (Odisha) was India’s first Blue Flag beach (2018).
• Blue Flag gives international eco-tourism recognition.
• Facilities include: lifeguards, accessible pathways, zero-liquid discharge systems.

Q3. India will build the world’s deepest underwater laboratory at what depth under the Indian Ocean?

(A). 2,000 metres

(B). 4,500 metres

(C). 6,000 metres

(D). 1,000 metres

Answer: c

Solution:

The correct answer is (c) 6,000 metres.
• India plans to build the world’s deepest underwater research lab at 6,000 m depth by 2047.
• It will be part of Vision 2047 and linked to Deep Ocean Mission.
• A pilot demonstrator module at 500 m depth will precede the full-scale habitat.
Information Booster:
• World’s deepest human-occupied underwater lab: planned by India (6,000 m).
• Current global lab: Aquarius Reef Base (USA – only 19 m).
• Mission supported by: Ministry of Earth Sciences.
• Structure: Titanium & composite pressure hull for 600× atmospheric pressure.
• Part of: Samudrayaan Mission + Deep Ocean Mission.
Additional Knowledge:
• Pilot module will host 3 scientists for over 24 hours.
• Lab will have 360-degree viewing panels, oxygen regulation, docking bays.
• Research focus: deep-sea biodiversity, geology, drug discovery, high-pressure biology.
• Communication: acoustic + fibre-optic systems.
• India aims to lead global marine biotechnology & deep-ocean exploration.

Q4. Garuda-2025, the bilateral air exercise between India and France, is being held at which air base?

(A). Avord Air Base

(B). Istres-Le Tubé Air Base

(C). Mont-de-Marsan Air Base

(D). Landivisiau Air Base

Answer: c

Solution:

The correct answer is: (c) Mont-de-Marsan Air Base
Explanation:
• The Indian Air Force contingent arrived in France for Exercise Garuda-2025.
• The exercise is being conducted at the Mont-de-Marsan Air Base.
• It will take place from 16–27 November 2025 with the French Air & Space Force.
Information Booster:
• Exercise Garuda was first held in 2003.
• It is a biennial India–France bilateral air exercise.
• Indian aircraft participating: Su-30 MKI.
• French aircraft participating: Rafale.
• Focus areas: interoperability, air-combat training, refuelling, tactical manoeuvres.
Additional Knowledge:
• Avord Air Base – French Air & Space Force base used mainly for transport and training aircraft.
• Istres-Le Tubé Air Base – Known for aerial refuelling operations in France.
• Landivisiau Air Base – Main operating base of the French Naval Aviation Rafale-M fleet.

Q5. Shafali Verma has been appointed the Brand Ambassador of which state’s Women’s Commission in 2025?

(A). Uttar Pradesh

(B). Haryana

(C). Rajasthan

(D). Gujarat

Answer: c

Solution:

The correct answer is: (b) Haryana
Explanation:
• Shafali Verma was appointed Brand Ambassador of the Haryana State Women’s Commission.
• Announcement made by CM Nayab Singh Saini in New Delhi.
• She was honoured for her performance in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 final.
• Received ₹1.5 crore, a ceremonial shawl, and a Grade A sports certificate.
Information Booster:
• Shafali scored 87 runs & took 2 wickets in the 2025 WC final.
• Awarded Player of the Final vs South Africa.
• India won its first-ever ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup in 2025.
• Haryana govt often honours top sportspersons (wrestling, boxing, cricket).
• Role aims at women empowerment & gender equality campaigns.

Q6. India recently emerged as the world’s 6th-largest patent filer with over 64,000 applications. Who announced this achievement?

(A). Nirmala Sitharaman

(B). Dr. Jitendra Singh

(C). Ashwini Vaishnaw

(D). Rajeev Chandrasekhar

Answer: b

Solution:

The correct answer is (b) Dr. Jitendra Singh.
• India became the 6th-largest patent filer globally, with 64,000+ patent applications.
• Over 55% of these filings were by resident Indian innovators, indicating strong domestic R&D growth.
• The announcement was made by Dr. Jitendra Singh, MoS Science & Technology, during a tech-fest in New Delhi.
• India has shown a sharp improvement in the Global Innovation Index, rising from 81st to 38th position.
Information Booster:
• Patent filings reflect intellectual property creation and innovation ecosystem strength.
• India’s rise is linked to Start-Up India, R&D incentives, and easier patent filing norms.
• Patent applications crossed 64,000, placing India in the top innovation economies.
• Resident filing share (>55%) shows India moving from technology consumer to technology creator.
• Patent surge aligns with Atmanirbhar Bharat, Make in India, and innovation-led growth vision.

Q7. Who inaugurated the 30th CII Partnership Summit 2025 held in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh?

(A). Prime Minister Narendra Modi

(B). President Droupadi Murmu

(C). Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan

(D). Minister of Commerce & Industry

Answer: c

Solution:

The correct answer is (c) Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan.
• He inaugurated the 30th CII Partnership Summit on 14 November 2025 in Visakhapatnam.
• The summit is jointly organised by CII + DPIIT + Government of Andhra Pradesh.
• Theme of 2025 edition: “Technology, Trust and Trade: Navigating the New Geoeconomic Order.”
Information Booster:
• Total delegates: 2,500+ from 77 countries.
• Andhra Pradesh targets USD 0.5 trillion investment and 50 lakh jobs.
• AP CM Chandrababu Naidu announced USD 20 billion investments secured in 17 months.
• Focus sectors: Drones, Electronics, Aerospace, Semiconductors, Defence, Space.
• The summit aligns with India’s global positioning as a technology-driven economy.
Additional Knowledge:
• The CII Partnership Summit was first launched in 1995.
• DPIIT functions under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry.
• Visakhapatnam is being developed as a major investment and industrial hub on the eastern coast.
• C.P. Radhakrishnan became Vice-President of India in 2025.
• Andhra Pradesh promotes “ Speed of Doing Business” through real-time project approvals.

Q8. Which country will jointly host the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup along with Belgium?

(A). France

(B). Germany

(C). Netherlands

(D). Spain

Answer: c

Solution:

 The correct answer is: (c) Netherlands
Explanation:
• The 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup will be co-hosted by Belgium and the Netherlands.
• The matches will be played at Belfius Hockey Arena (Wavre) and Wagener Stadium (Amsterdam).
• The tournament will take place from 15–30 August 2026.
• Both men’s and women’s events will be held together for the first time.
Information Booster:
• Hosts: Belgium & Netherlands
• Venues: Wavre (Belgium) & Amsterdam (Netherlands)
• Teams: 16 men’s + 16 women’s
• Special Feature: First-ever ParaHockey World Cup
• Format: New dual-group progression model
Additional Knowledge:
• Belgium will host the men’s final.
• Netherlands will host the women’s final.
• Tournament draw scheduled for March 2026.
• Continental championships + playoffs will decide remaining qualified teams.
• Event organised under the FIH (International Hockey Federation).

Q9. Veteran actress Kamini Kaushal, who recently passed away at the age of 98, made her debut with which film that won the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival?

(A). Do Bhai

(B). Neecha Nagar

(C). Shaheed

(D). Arzoo

Answer: c

Solution:

The correct answer is: (b) Neecha Nagar
Explanation:
• Kamini Kaushal debuted in 1946 with Neecha Nagar.
• The film won the Palme d’Or at the first Cannes Film Festival.
• The film’s global recognition placed Indian cinema on the world map.
Information Booster:
• Neecha Nagar (1946) – directed by Chetan Anand.
• First and only Indian film to win Palme d’Or.
• Cannes Film Festival began in 1946.
• Kamini Kaushal was among India’s earliest naturalistic actresses.
• Active in films for over 70 years.
Additional Knowledge:
• Do Bhai (1947) boosted her early fame.
• Shaheed (1948) highlighted her strong screen presence.
• Arzoo (1965) featured her in a key character role.

Q10. Which traditional Lepcha musical instruments from Sikkim received the GI Tag on 5 November 2025?

(A). Tungbuk and Pumtong Pulit

(B). Sarinda and Algoza

(C). Dotara and Pena

(D). Dhol and Madal

Answer: a

Solution:

The correct answer is (a) Tungbuk and Pumtong Pulit.
• The Government of India granted GI registration to Tungbuk (string instrument) and Pumtong Pulit (bamboo flute) of the Lepcha tribe, Sikkim, on 5 November 2025.
• GI certificates were awarded during the 1st Tribal Business Conclave in New Delhi.
• Applications were filed by Ugen Palzor Lepcha (Tungbuk) and Namgyal Lepcha (Pumtong Pulit).
Information Booster:
• GI Tags in India are granted under the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999.
• NABARD, Gangtok provided technical and documentation support for the GI process.
• GI tag protects authenticity, cultural identity, and commercial rights of indigenous products.
• Lepchas are recognized as Sikkim’s primitive tribe with strong eco-spiritual traditions.
• Tungbuk and Pumtong Pulit are classified under GI category: Musical Instruments.
Additional Knowledge:
• GI Registry Headquarters: Chennai.
• First GI in India: Darjeeling Tea (2004).
• Sikkim’s notable earlier GIs: Dalle Khursani, Sikkim Large Cardamom.
• GI tag validity: 10 years, renewable indefinitely.
• Cultural bodies involved in the conclave: Ministry of Culture, Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Ministry of Commerce & Industry.