November 2025 Edition
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November 2025 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions
Top national & international current affairs questions for CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, and NTS screening tests.
#1321
The **REN21 GSR 2025** highlighted which signal in the market?
(a) Renewables lost momentum in 2024
(b) Record-high additions and accelerating deployment
(c) No growth in solar PV
(d) Only wind grew
Explanation: The report credits policy support and cost declines for unprecedented capacity growth in 2024. ([REN21](https://www.ren21.net/gsr-2025/downloads/pdf/go/GSR_2025_GO_2025_Full_Report.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com "RENEWABLES 2025 GLOBAL STATUS REPORT"))
#1322
According to IEA 2025 hydrogen analysis, which country holds the largest electrolyser manufacturing share?
(a) ccording to IEA 2025 hydrogen analysis, which country holds the largest electrolyser manufacturing share?
(b) Germany
(c) China
(d) Japan
Explanation: The IEA notes China produced ~65% of global electrolyser capacity, though overcapacity and logistics may curb exports. ([Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/climate-energy/iea-cuts-2030-low-emissions-hydrogen-production-outlook-by-nearly-quarter-2025-09-12/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "IEA cuts 2030 low-emissions hydrogen production outlook by nearly a quarter"))
#1323
Which statement best captures INC-5.2 (Geneva) dynamics in Aug 2025?
(a) Delegates swiftly adopted a binding treaty
(b) est captures INC-5.2 (Geneva) dynamics in Aug 2025?
(c) Only waste-management was debated
(d) Negotiations were canceled
Explanation: Earth Negotiations Bulletin reported limited progress on finance and scope (production, chemicals), with no final text emerging. ([IISD Earth Negotiations Bulletin](https://enb.iisd.org/plastic-pollution-marine-environment-negotiating-committee-inc5.2-summary?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Summary report 5–15 August 2025 - Earth Negotiations Bulletin"))
#1324
What major electricity mix shift did Brazil record in Aug 2025?
(a) Fossil fuels >50%
(b) Wind + solar > one-third
(c) Nuclear > 20%
(d) id Brazil record in Aug 2025?
Explanation: Diversification cushioned a hydro shortfall without spiking fossil generation. ([AP News](https://apnews.com/article/13eef596389803e8b801f26e7888fb97?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Wind and solar power fuel over one-third of Brazil's electricity for first time"))
#1325
In 2025, which sector trend did IEA note as **not** meeting prior hype?
(a) Offshore wind costs
(b) Low-emissions hydrogen projects reaching FID
(c) Solar PV installations
(d) id IEA note as **not** meeting prior hype?
Explanation: Only a small fraction reached final investment decision amid higher costs and policy uncertainty. ([Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/climate-energy/iea-cuts-2030-low-emissions-hydrogen-production-outlook-by-nearly-quarter-2025-09-12/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "IEA cuts 2030 low-emissions hydrogen production outlook by nearly a quarter"))
#1326
Which statement about INC-5.2 media reporting is accurate (Aug 2025)?
(a) bout INC-5.2 media reporting is accurate (Aug 2025)?
(b) Failure was attributed to disagreements over caps and chemicals of concern
(c) Negotiators agreed to end plastic bag use worldwide
(d) The US led a coalition to mandate global caps
Explanation: Multiple outlets cited divisions, with some producers opposing caps and others seeking stronger upstream controls. ([AP News](https://apnews.com/article/e73090282a22be7ff5979ea2d648dc10?utm_source=chatgpt.com "No end in sight to plastic pollution crisis as treaty negotiations in Geneva fail"))
#1327
Which sphere saw record renewable additions in 2024 per REN21 GSR 2025?
(a) dditions in 2024 per REN21 GSR 2025?
(b) Power sector
(c) Transport only
(d) None—additions fell
Explanation: The >700 GW added were overwhelmingly in electricity generation capacity. ([REN21](https://www.ren21.net/gsr-2025/downloads/pdf/go/GSR_2025_GO_2025_Full_Report.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com "RENEWABLES 2025 GLOBAL STATUS REPORT"))
#1328
The 2025 IEA hydrogen outlook highlighted which market dynamic?
(a) Electrolyser prices fell everywhere
(b) Natural gas got cheaper in some regions, widening cost gaps
(c) China has no role in electrolysers
(d) ynamic?
Explanation: The economics favored fossil-based hydrogen in the near term, slowing low-carbon uptake. ([Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/climate-energy/iea-cuts-2030-low-emissions-hydrogen-production-outlook-by-nearly-quarter-2025-09-12/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "IEA cuts 2030 low-emissions hydrogen production outlook by nearly a quarter"))
#1329
Which country’s grid decarbonization progress in 2025 was noted for cutting power-sector emissions below prior drought years?
(a) Brazil
(b) South Africa
(c) ountry’s grid decarbonization progress in 2025 was noted for cutting power-sector emissions below prior drought years?
(d) Mexico
Explanation: Wind and solar growth reduced reliance on fossil generators even as hydro output sagged. ([AP News](https://apnews.com/article/13eef596389803e8b801f26e7888fb97?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Wind and solar power fuel over one-third of Brazil's electricity for first time"))
#1330
The plastics treaty timeline in 2025 was characterized by:
(a) Early conclusion and entry into force
(b) Extra session scheduled then talks failed again in August
(c) haracterized by:
(d) Regional treaties replacing global talks
Explanation: After Busan, UNEP set Geneva INC-5.2; however, negotiations ended without agreement. ([Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/climate-energy/un-sets-date-extra-session-finalize-plastics-treaty-2025-03-03/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "UN sets date for extra session to finalize plastics treaty"))
#1331
Which development did not occur by mid-2025?
(a) BBNJ ratifications surpassed 45
(b) Plastics treaty finalized
(c) COP29 set a new finance goal
(d) evelopment did not occur by mid-2025?
Explanation: Geneva talks collapsed without a final treaty; other listed events did occur. ([AP News](https://apnews.com/article/e73090282a22be7ff5979ea2d648dc10?utm_source=chatgpt.com "No end in sight to plastic pollution crisis as treaty negotiations in Geneva fail"))
#1332
Which of the following best summarizes the 2025 hydrogen market outlook?
(a) Strong FIDs, minimal cancellations
(b) est summarizes the 2025 hydrogen market outlook?
(c) Universal carbon pricing boosted demand
(d) Electrolyser prices halved
Explanation: The IEA emphasized cancellations/delays and policy uncertainty curbing momentum. ([Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/climate-energy/iea-cuts-2030-low-emissions-hydrogen-production-outlook-by-nearly-quarter-2025-09-12/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "IEA cuts 2030 low-emissions hydrogen production outlook by nearly a quarter"))
#1333
The Third Round Table Conference began on November 17, 1932, and ended on which date?
(a) December 1, 1931
(b) November 24, 1932
(c) December 24, 1932
(d) August 16, 1932
Explanation: According to the specific historical records provided, the Third Round Table Conference lasted only a short period, starting on November 17, 1932, and concluding on November 24, 1932.
#1334
14th Conference of NAM was held in November 2006 in:
(a) Havana (Cuba)
(b) Cairo (Egypt)
(c) Both
(d) None of these
Explanation: The 14th NAM Summit was held in Havana, Cuba, in September 2006 (the text says November, but major sessions were in September). Cuba assumed the chairmanship of the movement for the second time.
#1335
Who is the current Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party (as of 2025)?
(a) Asif Ali Zardari
(b) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari
(c) Bakhtawar Bhutto
(d) Yousaf Raza Gillani
Explanation: Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has been the Chairman of the PPP since 2007, following the assassination of his mother, Benazir Bhutto. He served as the Foreign Minister of Pakistan from 2022 to 2023.
#1336
Which party is currently leading the provincial government in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (as of 2025)?
(a) ANP
(b) JUI-F
(c) PTI (backed by SIC)
(d) PML-N
Explanation: Following the 2024 elections, PTI-backed candidates who joined the SIC formed the provincial government in KP, with Ali Amin Gandapur as the Chief Minister.
#1337
Which article of the 1973 Constitution was suspended during the 'Emergency' of November 2007 by Pervez Musharraf?
(a) Article 6
(b) Fundamental Rights (Articles 8-28)
(c) Article 58
(d) Article 1
Explanation: When Musharraf declared emergency on November 3, 2007, he issued a Provisional Constitutional Order (PCO) that suspended the constitution, specifically the fundamental rights of citizens, and forced judges to take a new oath under the PCO.
#1338
Who is the current Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of Pakistan as of late 2025?
(a) General Qamar Javed Bajwa
(b) General Asim Munir
(c) General Sahir Shamshad Mirza
(d) General Nadeem Anjum
Explanation: General Asim Munir assumed the office of COAS in November 2022, succeeding General Bajwa. His tenure has been marked by a strong emphasis on economic revival through the SIFC and maintaining institutional integrity after the May 9 events.
#1339
In 2024 and 2025, a major point of contention between the government and digital rights activists was the implementation of what technology?
(a) 5G Networks
(b) National Firewall
(c) Digital Rupee
(d) E-Voting Machines
Explanation: The installation of a 'National Firewall' for content filtering and the resulting internet slowdowns became a massive controversy in 2024-2025. Civil society and IT experts argued that it would harm the freelance economy and restricted the right to information and free digital communication.
#1340
Which segment of civil society was most vocal in 2025 regarding the high inflation and cost of living in Pakistan?
(a) Upper-class industrialists
(b) Traders' associations and labor unions
(c) Foreign diplomats
(d) The judiciary
Explanation: In 2024 and 2025, several nationwide strikes (shutter-down strikes) were organized by traders' associations and labor unions to protest high electricity tariffs and rising taxes, showcasing the power of organized economic interest groups in civil society.