Daily Current Affairs Quiz 29 November 2025, Attempt Important GK Questions

The Daily Current Affairs Quiz for 29 November 2025 brings a fresh set of timely GK questions curated for candidates preparing for bank and government exams. It helps aspirants stay aligned with recent developments while strengthening their accuracy and confidence through consistent practice. This quiz acts as a quick revision tool, ensuring that candidates remain updated with important events that frequently appear in competitive exams. By attempting it regularly, aspirants can track improvement and build a strong command over the general awareness section.

Daily Current Affairs Quiz 29 November 2025

Q1. The World Telecommunication Development Conference 2025 (WTDC-25), a quadrennial global platform responsible for shaping the strategic direction of global ICT development under the International Telecommunication Union, was held from 17 to 28 November 2025 at __________ under the theme __________.

(a) Baku, Azerbaijan — “Universal, meaningful, and affordable connectivity for an inclusive and sustainable digital future”

(b) Doha, Qatar — “Advancing global telecommunications for the 5G era”

(c)Tashkent, Uzbekistan — “Bridging nations through next-generation connectivity”

(d) Istanbul, Türkiye — “Digital transformation for resilient economies”

(e) Muscat, Oman — “Connectivity for a connected tomorrow”

Q2. In the latest GDP release by the National Statistics Office (NSO) for Q2 of FY 2025–26, India’s real GDP growth accelerated sharply compared to the previous year, driven primarily by strong expansion in the secondary and tertiary sectors. What was the real GDP growth rate reported for Q2 FY 2025–26?

(a) 5.6%

(b) 6.9%

(c) 8.2%

(d) 8.7%

(e) 9.3%

Q3. During the 34th Session of the IMO Assembly held in London, India was re-elected to the IMO Council in a category reserved for nations with the largest interest in global seaborne trade. In this election, India secured the highest number of votes for the second consecutive biennium. In which category of the IMO Council was India re-elected with 154 out of 169 valid votes?

(a) Category A

(b) Category B

(c) Category C

(d) Special Observers’ Category

(e) Associate Member Category

Q4. During the 56th International Film Festival of India, which serves as a prominent global platform for promoting cinematic excellence and emerging filmmaking talent, __________ was honoured with the Best Debut Director of Indian Feature Film Award for the film ‘__________’.

(a) Hardik Mehta — Tryst with Destiny

(b) Devashish Makhija — Joram

(c) Avinash Arun — Killa

(d) Nagraj Manjule — Fandry

(e) Karan Singh Tyagi — Kesari Chapter 2

Q5. Taragiri (Yard 12653), recently delivered to the Indian Navy in November 2025, is part of which major indigenous warship development programme known for enhanced stealth, automation and multi-mission capability?

(a) Project 15B

(b) Project 75I

(c) Project 17A

(d) Project 28

(e) Project 76

Explanation

Answer 01: a

• The World Telecommunication Development Conference 2025 (WTDC-25) was hosted by the Government of Azerbaijan in Baku from 17–28 November 2025.
• The conference theme was: “Universal, meaningful, and affordable connectivity for an inclusive and sustainable digital future.”
• WTDC is held every four years and determines the global strategy and work programme for telecommunications and ICT development.
• WTDC-25 saw participation from about 2,300 delegates, including over 65 ministers and heads of agencies.
• India participated under the leadership of Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar, Union Minister of State for Communications & Rural Development.
• The conference is organised under the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) to advance inclusive digital development worldwide.

Answer 02: c

• The National Statistics Office (NSO) under MoSPI released the GDP estimates for Q2 (July–September) FY 2025–26 at constant (2011–12) and current prices.
• Real GDP growth in Q2 FY 2025–26 is 8.2%, up from 5.6% in Q2 of the previous year.
• Nominal GDP grew by 8.7% in Q2 FY 2025–26.
• Strong growth in the Secondary Sector (8.1%) and Tertiary Sector (9.2%) pushed overall real GDP growth above 8%.
• Within the Secondary Sector:

1. Manufacturing grew 9.1%
2. Construction grew 7.2%

• Within the Tertiary Sector:

1. Financial, Real Estate & Professional Services registered 10.2% growth.

• Moderated growth was seen in:

1. Agriculture & Allied:3.5%
2. Electricity, Gas, Water Supply & Utilities:4.4%

• Real Private Final Consumption Expenditure (PFCE): grew 7.9%, compared to 6.4% last year.
• Real GDP in H1 (April–September) 2025–26: grew 8.0%, compared to 6.1% in H1 2024–25.

Answer 03: b

• India has been re-elected to the Council of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in Category B, which includes 10 countries with the largest stake in international seaborne trade.
• The election took place on 28 November 2025 during the 34th Session of the IMO Assembly in London.
• India secured 154 out of 169 valid votes, the highest vote tally in Category B for the second consecutive biennium.
• The IMO Council has 40 members, divided across three categories (A, B, and C), and functions as the executive body of the IMO between Assembly sessions.
• The Indian delegation also held discussions with various nations, international bodies, and IMO officials on maritime cooperation.
• The International Maritime Organization is the UN’s specialised agency responsible for shipping safety, maritime security, and preventing marine pollution.
• IMO has 176 Member States and 3 Associate Members, and its headquarters is in London.
• IMO creates a global regulatory framework for the shipping industry but does not enforce regulations; countries enforce them after incorporating them into domestic law.

Answer 04: e

• In a landmark celebration of emerging cinematic talent, the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) conferred the Best Debut Director of Indian Feature Film Award on Karan Singh Tyagi for his critically acclaimed film “Kesari Chapter 2.”
• The award was presented by Dr. L. Murugan, Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs, marking a proud moment for new voices in Indian cinema.

Answer 05: c

• Taragiri (Yard 12653), the fourth ship of the Nilgiri-class (Project 17A) and the third constructed by MDL, was delivered to the Indian Navy on 28 November 2025 at Mazagon Dock, Mumbai.
• Project 17A frigates are advanced multi-mission warships with enhanced stealth, survivability, firepower and automation.
• The new Taragiri is a reincarnation of the earlier INS Taragiri, a Leander-class frigate that served from 1980 to 2013 for 33 years.
• The ship has been designed by the Warship Design Bureau (WDB) and built with Integrated Construction methodology, ensuring timely delivery.
• Project 17A ships feature upgraded weapons and sensors over the earlier Shivalik-class (P17).
• It uses a CODOG propulsion system — a combination of diesel engines and gas turbines — with a Controllable Pitch Propeller (CPP) on each shaft.
• The frigate is equipped with an advanced Integrated Platform Management System (IPMS).