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December 2026 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions
Top national & international current affairs questions for CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, and NTS screening tests.
#61
The attack on Pearl Harbor, bringing the US into WWII, occurred on December 7 of which year?
(a) 1939
(b) 1940
(c) 1941
(d) 1942
Explanation: Japan attacked Pearl Harbor in 1941.
#62
Nobel Prizes are traditionally awarded on December 10th each year. What does this date mark?
(a) Alfred Nobel's birthday
(b) Alfred Nobel's death anniversary
(c) The signing of Nobel's will
(d) Christmas Day
Explanation: The ceremonies in Stockholm and Oslo take place on December 10, the anniversary of Alfred Nobel's death in 1896.
#63
Who is the current President of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) serving the term from July 2024 to June 2026?
(a) T. Raja Kumar
(b) Elisa de Anda Madrazo
(c) Marcus Pleyer
(d) Xiangmin Liu
Explanation: Elisa de Anda Madrazo of Mexico assumed the presidency of the FATF on July 1, 2024, for a two-year term ending in June 2026.
#64
Where was the All India Muslim League founded on December 30, 1906?
(a) Lahore
(b) Karachi
(c) Dhaka
(d) Lucknow
Explanation: The All India Muslim League was founded in Dhaka (Dacca) at the conclusion of the Muhammadan Educational Conference. The motion to form the party was moved by Nawab Salimullah of Dhaka.
#65
The 'Day of Deliverance' was observed by the Muslim League on December 22, 1939, to celebrate:
(a) The passing of the Lahore Resolution
(b) The resignation of Congress Ministries
(c) The acceptance of Separate Electorates
(d) The end of World War II
Explanation: Jinnah appealed to Muslims to observe the 'Day of Deliverance' (Youm-e-Najat) to mark the end of the oppressive Congress rule after the Congress ministries resigned in protest against the War.
#66
The Indian National Congress (INC) was founded in December 1885 by __________.
(a) Mahatma Gandhi
(b) O. Hume
(c) W.C. Bonnerjee
(d) Dadabhai Naoroji
Explanation: Allan Octavian Hume, a retired British civil servant, was the principal founder of the Indian National Congress. He organized the first session in Bombay to create a platform for civic and political dialogue.
#67
Why did Muslims observe the 'Day of Deliverance' on December 22, 1939?
(a) To celebrate the passing of the 1935 Act
(b) To mark the resignation of Congress Ministries in the provinces
(c) To celebrate the end of World War II
(d) To protest against the Jallianwala Bagh massacre
Explanation: Jinnah called for the 'Day of Deliverance' to celebrate the resignation of Congress ministries, arguing that Muslims had been freed from the 'tyranny, oppression, and injustice' of Congress rule during 1937-39.
#68
In which city did the Muslim League approve its constitution in December 1907?
(a) Dacca
(b) Aligarh
(c) Karachi
(d) Calcutta
Explanation: While the All India Muslim League was founded in Dacca in 1906, its constitution was formally approved at its next session held in Karachi in December 1907.
#69
What title was given to the day celebrated on December 22, 1939, to mark the end of Congress rule?
(a) Independence Day
(b) Day of Deliverance
(c) Day of Action
(d) Republic Day
Explanation: Quaid-e-Azam appealed to the Muslims of the sub-continent to celebrate December 22, 1939, as the 'Day of Deliverance' (Youm-e-Najat). This was to mark their relief from the 27 months of Congress provincial rule, which they characterized as oppressive.
#70
In December 1912, where did prominent Muslim leaders appear on the Congress platform to express a desire for Hindu-Muslim unity?
(a) Lucknow
(b) Cawnpore
(c) Karachi
(d) Calcutta
Explanation: In December 1912, the Cawnpore session of the Congress was a significant milestone where Muslim leaders joined the platform. This event signaled a growing realization that both communities needed to stand side by side to achieve common political goals, paving the way for the historic cooperation seen a few years later.
#71
Who was the President of the Indian National Congress during the December 1912 session?
(a) Ambeka Charan Mazumdar
(b) Dadabhai Naoroji
(c) R.N. Mudholker
(d) Gopal Krishna Gokhale
Explanation: R.N. Mudholker presided over the annual session of the Indian National Congress in December 1912. It was during his presidency that the first visible signs of rapprochement between the Congress and the Muslim League began to manifest, as leaders from both sides started sharing platforms.
#72
Who chaired the Muslim League meeting held in Lucknow on 31st December 1912?
(a) Nawab Salimullah Khan
(b) Agha Khan
(c) Viqar-ul-Mulk
(d) Mohammad Ali Jinnah
Explanation: The meeting of the All India Muslim League held on December 31, 1912, was conducted under the chairmanship of Agha Khan. This meeting was instrumental in redefining the League's political direction and considering a closer alignment with the broader national movement for self-government.
#73
Which event in December 1911 significantly contributed to a change in the political stance of Indian Muslims?
(a) Death of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan
(b) Revocation of the Partition of Bengal
(c) Outbreak of World War I
(d) The Simla Deputation
Explanation: The annulment or revocation of the Partition of Bengal in December 1911 by the British government was seen as a betrayal by the Muslims. It shook their faith in British promises and forced them to reconsider their loyalist stance, eventually leading them to seek an alliance with the Congress.
#74
In December 1912, where did prominent Muslim leaders appear on the Congress platform to express a desire for Hindu-Muslim unity?
(a) Lucknow
(b) Cawnpore
(c) Karachi
(d) Calcutta
Explanation: In December 1912, the Cawnpore session of the Congress was a significant milestone where Muslim leaders joined the platform. This event signaled a growing realization that both communities needed to stand side by side to achieve common political goals, paving the way for the historic cooperation seen a few years later.
#75
Who was the President of the Indian National Congress during the December 1912 session?
(a) Ambeka Charan Mazumdar
(b) Dadabhai Naoroji
(c) R.N. Mudholker
(d) Gopal Krishna Gokhale
Explanation: R.N. Mudholker presided over the annual session of the Indian National Congress in December 1912. It was during his presidency that the first visible signs of rapprochement between the Congress and the Muslim League began to manifest, as leaders from both sides started sharing platforms.
#76
Who chaired the Muslim League meeting held in Lucknow on 31st December 1912?
(a) Nawab Salimullah Khan
(b) Agha Khan
(c) Viqar-ul-Mulk
(d) Mohammad Ali Jinnah
Explanation: The meeting of the All India Muslim League held on December 31, 1912, was conducted under the chairmanship of Agha Khan. This meeting was instrumental in redefining the League's political direction and considering a closer alignment with the broader national movement for self-government.
#77
Which event in December 1911 significantly contributed to a change in the political stance of Indian Muslims?
(a) Death of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan
(b) Revocation of the Partition of Bengal
(c) Outbreak of World War I
(d) The Simla Deputation
Explanation: The annulment or revocation of the Partition of Bengal in December 1911 by the British government was seen as a betrayal by the Muslims. It shook their faith in British promises and forced them to reconsider their loyalist stance, eventually leading them to seek an alliance with the Congress.
#78
In which city was the first regular session of the All India Muslim League held in December 1907?
(a) Dhaka
(b) Karachi
(c) Aligarh
(d) Lucknow
Explanation: The first regular session of the All India Muslim League took place in Karachi on December 29th and 30th, 1907. This session was significant for finalizing the party's constitution and formalizing its leadership structure.
#79
On December 24, 1841, Sir Syed Ahmed Khan was appointed to which position in Mainpuri?
(a) Naib Munshi
(b) Munsif
(c) Sadr Amin
(d) Chief Clerk
Explanation: On December 24, 1841, Sir Syed was promoted to the rank of Munsif (Sub-judge) and posted at Mainpuri. This promotion represented a significant step forward in his legal and judicial career within the colonial administration.
#80
Who had the honor of inaugurating the first session of the All-India Muslim League at Dacca in December 1906?
(a) Nawab Viqar-ul-Mulk
(b) Nawab Mohsin-ul-Mulk
(c) Aga Khan III
(d) Maulana Mohammad Ali Jauhar
Explanation: The first session of the All-India Muslim League, held in Dacca in December 1906, was inaugurated by Nawab Viqar-ul-Mulk, marking a significant milestone in the organized political struggle of Indian Muslims.