Current affairs questions of 18th November 2025
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Q1. Who has been appointed as the new Director-General of UNESCO?
- A) Audrey Azoulay
- B) Khaled El-Enany
- C) John Bozzella
- D) Hildegard Müller
Correct Answer: B) Khaled El-Enany
Explanation: Khaled El-Enany of Egypt was elected as UNESCO’s 12th Director-General, succeeding Audrey Azoulay.
Q2. How many heart surgeries funded by Palak Muchhal helped her enter the Guinness World Records?
- A) 2,500
- B) 3,947
- C) 4,500
- D) 5,200
Correct Answer: B) 3,947
Explanation: Palak Muchhal funded 3,947 heart surgeries for underprivileged children, earning her a Guinness World Record.
Q3. What is the theme for National Press Day 2025?
- A) Truth in Journalism
- B) Safeguarding press credibility amidst rising misinformation
- C) Media for Democracy
- D) Responsible Journalism
Correct Answer: B) Safeguarding press credibility amidst rising misinformation
Explanation: The 2025 theme focuses on combating misinformation and protecting press credibility.
Q4. Which state celebrated its 25th Statehood Day with cultural events?
- A) Chhattisgarh
- B) Jharkhand
- C) Uttarakhand
- D) Telangana
Correct Answer: B) Jharkhand
Explanation: Jharkhand celebrated its 25th Statehood Day on 16 November with vibrant cultural programs.
Q5. Saalumarada Thimmakka, who recently passed away, was famous for:
- A) Wildlife conservation
- B) Afforestation work
- C) Water conservation
- D) Rural education
Correct Answer: B) Afforestation work
Explanation: She was known for planting 385 banyan trees and her contributions to environmental conservation.
Q6. What loan amount can startups avail under the Model Loan Scheme on the Jan Samarth Portal?
- A) ₹5 crore
- B) ₹10 crore
- C) ₹20 crore
- D) ₹25 crore
Correct Answer: C) ₹20 crore
Explanation: The Model Loan Scheme allows startups to apply for loans up to ₹20 crore under the Credit Guarantee Scheme.
Q7. Which day is observed globally to honour road traffic victims?
- A) World Safety Day
- B) Global Transport Day
- C) World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims
- D) Road Awareness Day
Correct Answer: C) World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims
Explanation: It is observed on the third Sunday of November to honour victims and raise awareness for road safety.
Q8. Shafali Verma has been appointed as the Brand Ambassador of which organisation?
- A) Haryana State Youth Board
- B) Haryana State Women’s Commission
- C) National Sports Authority
- D) Women’s Cricket Council
Correct Answer: B) Haryana State Women’s Commission
Explanation: Shafali Verma was appointed after her match-winning performance in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025.
Q9. Who has been appointed as the new MD & CEO of Power Exchange India Limited?
- A) Rajesh Agrawal
- B) Vivek Singla
- C) Sanjay Garg
- D) Tarun Kumar Pithode
Correct Answer: B) Vivek Singla
Explanation: Vivek Singla brings over 35 years of experience to lead PXIL.
Q10. Oman was elected to which UNESCO programme council for 2025–2029?
- A) World Heritage Committee
- B) Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Council
- C) Education Strategy Board
- D) Global Cultural Forum
Correct Answer: B) Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Council
Explanation: Oman’s election reflects its strengthening global environmental role.