Vision IAS Current affairs for 25 December 2024 will cover important current affairs from National and International topics for UPSC IAS preparation.
Q1: Recently, in which state has the Dr. Ambedkar Scholarship for Dalit students been launched?
- Delhi
- Kerala
- Assam
Answer
Correct Answer: Delhi
Q2: Recently, which Gulf country has officially reopened its embassy in Syria after 13 years?
- Bahrain
- Kuwait
- Qatar
Answer
Correct Answer: Qatar
Q3: Which country recently won the ICC U-19 Women’s T20 Asia Cup?
- Bangladesh
- India
- Sri Lanka
Answer
Correct Answer: India
Q4: Where was the inauguration of India’s first bio-bitumen national highway held recently?
- Hyderabad
- Bengaluru
- Nagpur
Answer
Correct Answer: Nagpur
Q5: Who has recently become the new Chairman of NHRC?
- Ravindran Kumaran
- V. Ramasubramanian
- Prateek Chaudhary
Answer
Correct Answer: V. Ramasubramanian
- Justice V. Ramasubramanian, a former Supreme Court judge, has been appointed as the Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC).
- The post of NHRC Chairman had been vacant since June 1st.
Q6: In recent times, which Indian state has been recognized by the American newspaper Wall Street Journal as one of the trending global destinations for the year 2025?
- Madhya Pradesh
- Uttar Pradesh
- Maharashtra
Answer
Correct Answer: Madhya Pradesh
- The American newspaper Wall Street Journal has recognized Madhya Pradesh as one of the trending global destinations for the year 2025.
- This recognition highlights Madhya Pradesh’s rich heritage, unique wildlife, and captivating natural beauty.
Q7: Who recently inaugurated the National Workshop on Good Governance Practices on December 23rd?
- Jitendra Singh
- Shivraj Singh Chouhan
- Dharmendra Pradhan
Answer
Correct Answer: Jitendra Singh
Q8: In recent times, who has been honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Asia Pacific Vascular Society (APVS)?
- Dr. Vishakha Tripathi
- Maria Corina
- Suma Shirur
Answer
Correct Answer: Dr. Vishakha Tripathi
Q9: Recently, the Central Government has approved 47 ethanol projects in which state for loan subsidy?
- Andhra Pradesh
- Bihar
- Odisha
Answer
Correct Answer: Bihar
Q10: Recently, who was appointed as the Senior Policy Advisor for Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the White House?
- Sriram Krishnan
- Mike Waltz
- Scott Basent
Answer
Correct Answer: Sriram Krishnan
- King Charles III has knighted and honored Christopher Nolan and Emma Thomas.
Q11: Recently, who won the Next Gen ATP Finals Tennis Tournament 2024 title?
- John McEnroe
- Joao Fonseca
- Learner Tien
Answer
Correct Answer: Joao Fonseca
- Joao Fonseca from Brazil won the Next Gen ATP Finals Tennis Tournament in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Q12: Recently, Shyam Benegal passed away. Who was he?
- Filmmaker
- Journalist
- Writer
Answer
Correct Answer: Filmmaker
Q13: Recently, which book titled “The Unflinching Judge: Life and Legacy of Justice J.N. Grover” has been launched?
- Ivanka Grover
- Gauri Grover
- Nitin Grover
Answer
Correct Answer: Gauri Grover
Q14: When was National Farmers’ Day celebrated recently?
- December 22
- December 21
- December 23
Answer
Correct Answer: December 23
- In India, National Farmers’ Day is celebrated on December 23rd each year.
- This day is observed as the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Chaudhary Charan Singh, who dedicated his life to the welfare of farmers.
Q15: Recently, who has been appointed as the CFO of Indian Oil Limited?
- Abhijit Mazumdar
- Piyush Srivastava
- Amit Goyal
Answer
Correct Answer: Abhijit Mazumdar