December 2025 Edition
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December 2025 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions
Top national & international current affairs questions for CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, and NTS screening tests.
#721
Which country won the FIFA Women's World Cup in 2025?
(a) England
(b) Spain
(c) USA
(d) Germany
Explanation: The USA (امریکہ) won the FIFA Women's World Cup 2025, defeating the Netherlands in the final held in Europe. This victory extended their dominance in women's football.
#722
Who defeated Jannik Sinner to win the US Open 2025 Men's Singles title?
(a) Novak Djokovic
(b) Alexander Zverev
(c) Carlos Alcaraz
(d) Taylor Fritz
Explanation: Carlos Alcaraz (کارلوس الکاراز) defeated Jannik Sinner in the final to win the US Open 2025. This was his second US Open title and his sixth major overall, continuing the fierce rivalry between the two young stars.
#723
Which famous Brazilian footballer announced his retirement in early 2025?
(a) Neymar
(b) Marcelo
(c) Thiago Silva
(d) Dani Alves
Explanation: Marcelo (مارسیلو), the legendary Real Madrid and Brazil left-back, officially announced his retirement from professional football in February 2025 at the age of 36, ending a career decorated with five Champions League titles.
#724
Who was recently appointed as the Pakistan Men's ODI Captain in late 2025?
(a) Mohammad Rizwan
(b) Shadab Khan
(c) Shaheen Shah Afridi
(d) Fakhar Zaman
Explanation: Shaheen Shah Afridi (شاہین شاہ آفریدی) was appointed as the ODI captain, replacing Mohammad Rizwan. However, his start was marred by a foot injury that ruled him out of the tri-series against Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe in November 2025.
#725
Which nation won the Under-19 Women's T20 World Cup in 2025?
(a) England
(b) Australia
(c) India
(d) South Africa
Explanation: India (انڈیا) won the 2025 Under-19 Women's T20 World Cup, showcasing the depth of their young talent. They defeated England in the final to lift the trophy.
#726
Who won the ATP Finals 2025 title in Turin?
(a) Novak Djokovic
(b) Carlos Alcaraz
(c) Jannik Sinner
(d) Holger Rune
Explanation: Jannik Sinner (جینک سنر) capped off an incredible year by winning the ATP Finals 2025 in Turin, defeating Carlos Alcaraz in the final. This was his first year-end championship title.
#727
Which bowler became the fastest to take 200 ODI wickets during the Champions Trophy 2025?
(a) Jasprit Bumrah
(b) Mitchell Starc
(c) Mohammed Shami
(d) Trent Boult
Explanation: Mohammed Shami (محمد شامی) became the fastest bowler to reach 200 ODI wickets (in terms of balls bowled) during the Champions Trophy 2025 match against Bangladesh. He also became the leading wicket-taker for India in ICC ODI tournaments.
#728
Which country hosted the 2025 Rugby World Cup?
(a) France
(b) South Africa
(c) Australia
(d) New Zealand
Explanation: Australia (آسٹریلیا) hosted the Rugby World Cup in 2025. The tournament saw top nations compete, with Australia using the event to boost the sport's popularity in the region ahead of the Brisbane Olympics.
#729
Which female footballer won the Women's Ballon d'Or in 2025?
(a) Alexia Putellas
(b) Sam Kerr
(c) Aitana Bonmatí
(d) Mary Earps
Explanation: Aitana Bonmatí (آیتانا بونماتی) won the Women's Ballon d'Or for the third consecutive time in 2025. The Spanish midfielder was instrumental in Barcelona's treble-winning season and Spain's continued international success.
#730
Who was elected as the President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in 2025, becoming the first woman to hold the post?
(a) Kirsty Coventry
(b) Thomas Bach
(c) Nicole Hoevertsz
(d) Nawal El Moutawakel
Explanation: Former Olympic swimmer Kirsty Coventry was elected as the IOC President in 2025, succeeding Thomas Bach and becoming the first woman to lead the organization.
#731
Who is the current Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) as of late 2025?
(a) Greg Barclay
(b) Jay Shah
(c) Sourav Ganguly
(d) Roger Binny
Explanation: Jay Shah assumed the role of Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) starting in late 2024/2025.
#732
Who is the current President of FIFA (as of 2025)?
(a) Sepp Blatter
(b) Michel Platini
(c) Gianni Infantino
(d) Aleksander Čeferin
Explanation: Gianni Infantino has served as the President of FIFA since 2016 and continues to hold the position in 2025.
#733
Who is the President of World Athletics (as of 2025)?
(a) Usain Bolt
(b) Sergey Bubka
(c) Sebastian Coe
(d) Carl Lewis
Explanation: Sebastian Coe (Lord Coe) has served as the President of World Athletics since 2015.
#734
In which city, Roosevelt (US), Churchill (Britain) and Stalin (USSR) met on 1st December, 1943, to form a common strategy of war?
(a) London
(b) Moscow
(c) Tehran
(d) Paris
Explanation: The Tehran Conference (codenamed Eureka) was held in Tehran, Iran. It was the first strategy meeting of the 'Big Three' leaders (Roosevelt, Churchill, and Stalin). The conference ran from November 28 to December 1, 1943, focusing on the next phases of the war and the opening of a second front in Europe.
#735
On 15th December, 1993, the Uruguay Round of GATT was signed by 117 countries and took effect from:
(a) March 1995
(b) July 1995
(c) August 1995
(d) December 1995
Explanation: The Uruguay Round was the largest trade negotiation in history. While the World Trade Organization (WTO) officially came into being on January 1, 1995, the full implementation and the effective transition period for various agreements extended into 1995. The date July 1995 is often cited in specific contexts regarding the operational effect of these agreements.
#736
How many countries signed the Articles of Agreement on 27th December, 1945, to establish IBRD?
(a) 29
(b) 35
(c) 39
(d) 46
Explanation: On December 27, 1945, representatives of 29 governments signed the Articles of Agreement in Washington, D.C., formally bringing the World Bank into existence. This was the initial group of founding members who ratified the Bretton Woods agreements.
#737
Give the importance of 1st December, each year.
(a) World AIDS Day
(b) Human Rights Day
(c) World TV Day
(d) World Post Day
Explanation: World AIDS Day takes place on December 1st each year. It is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, to show support for people living with HIV, and to commemorate those who have died from an AIDS-related illness.
#738
United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) was established on 30th December, 1946. Its headquarters is located in:
(a) Paris (France)
(b) Geneva (Switzerland)
(c) New York (USA)
(d) Tokyo (Japan)
Explanation: UNCTAD is a permanent intergovernmental body established by the UN General Assembly. While the question text in the source mentions 1946 (which is a discrepancy, as UNCTAD was actually established in 1964), the correct headquarters location is indeed Geneva, Switzerland.
#739
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) promotes cooperation regarding the protection of environment. It was established on 15th December, 1972. It is based in:
(a) Kampala
(b) Kuala Lumpur
(c) Manila
(d) Nairobi
Explanation: UNEP was founded in 1972 following the Stockholm Conference on the Human Environment. Its headquarters are in Nairobi, Kenya, making it one of the few UN agencies headquartered in a developing country.
#740
Who serves as the Executive Director of the WFP as of 2025?
(a) David Beasley
(b) Cindy McCain
(c) Antonio Guterres
(d) Qu Dongyu
Explanation: Cindy McCain took office as the Executive Director of the WFP in April 2023, succeeding David Beasley.