This is the current affairs of 26 & 27 November 2025. Here are questions and answers of daily current affairs for better preparation of competitive exams for government jobs.
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1. President Droupadi Murmu released the translated digital version of the Constitution in how many languages on Constitution Day (November 26)?
a. 22
b. 18
c. 09
d. 05
Answer: c. 09
– These nine languages were prepared by the Legislative Department of the Union Law Ministry.
– President Draupadi Murmu digitally launched the Constitution of India in nine languages on Constitution Day (26 November).
– Now people of these nine languages will be able to read and understand the Constitution in their own language.
– The “National Ceremony” on the occasion of Constitution Day was organized in the Central Hall of the Constitution House of the Old Parliament Building.
– The President presided over this ceremony.
Nine languages
1. Malayalam
2. Marathi
3. Nepali
4. Punjabi
5. Bodo
6. Kashmiri
7. Telugu
8. Odia
9. Assamese
In which language was the Constitution originally written?
– The drafting of the original Constitution was done in English.
– It was handwritten in beautiful calligraphy by Prem Behari Narayan Raizada.
– The official Hindi version of the Constitution was prepared later.
– The calligraphy of the Hindi version was done by Vasant Krishna Vaidya.
Note: Calligraphy – the art of writing in a beautiful and artistic manner.
Five main points of the President’s speech
1. ‘A guiding document to avoid colonial mindset’
2. ‘India presents a new model of development to the world’
3. ‘India has lifted 25 crore people out of poverty’
4. ‘Efforts are being made to promote inclusive development’
5. Murmu reiterated the ideals of the Indian Constitution.
Why is Constitution Day celebrated?
– On 26 November 1949, the Constituent Assembly adopted the Constitution.
– However, the Constitution came into force on 26 January 1950 (which we celebrate as Republic Day).
– Since 2015, the Government of India has declared it as the official “Constitution Day”.
– It is celebrated to honour the contribution of Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar.
– The values of the Constitution – Justice, Liberty, Equality, Fraternity – are remembered.
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2. According to the ‘Global Methane Status Report 2025’ of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), what is the rank of India in methane gas emissions?
a. First
b. Second
c. Third
d. Fourth
Answer: c. Third (India after China and USA)
– India is the third largest methane emitting country in the world after China and USA, with the main sources being agriculture (especially livestock).
– During the digestive process of animals (enteric fermentation process), methane gas is produced, which later exits through their dung and belching.
– Note – Methane is a powerful greenhouse gas and is responsible for about one-third of global warming.
About the report
– Prepared by: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC)
– Released on: 17 November 2025 during the Conference of Parties (COP30) in Belem (Brazil)
– Data covered: 2018 to 2022
Top 5 Methane Emitters in the World
Country – Agriculture – Fossil fuel – Waste – Total Emission
1) China: 14%, 21%, 19%, 17%
2) USA: 5.8%, 14%, 7.8%, 8.6%
3) India: 12%, 2.6%, 6.9%, 8.3%
4) Brazil: 9.9%, 1.1%, 6.9%, 6.6%
5) Russia: 1.4%, 8.8%, 6.9%, 4.7%
Note – G20+ group (including India) emits 65% of global anthropogenic methane.
Important facts
– Studies show that methane gas emissions have increased worldwide.
– “Under current regulations, anthropogenic methane emissions are projected to rise 5% above 2020 levels by 2030 and 21% by 2050.”
– In non-G20+ regions, emissions may reach 16% above 2020 levels by 2030 and 53% by 2050.
– According to UNEP Executive Director Inger Andersen, reducing methane emissions is one of the effective steps that can be taken to slow the climate crisis while protecting human health.
India’s position in the Global Methane Report:
– India emitted about 31 metric tonnes of methane in 2020.
– India’s agricultural methane emissions contribute 12% to global agricultural methane, which is among the highest globally.
– India’s rice methane emissions are estimated to increase by 8% between 2020–2030.
– India does not identify measures to reduce emissions from its largest methane source (agriculture) in its NDC.
– India has been highlighted as a major hotspot of crop residue burning.
– Which is increasing despite global decline.
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3. Which team won the Davis Cup 2025 title?
a. Spain
b. Italy
c. Germany
d. France
Answer: b. Italy
– Italy won its fourth Davis Cup title with a spectacular victory over Spain.
– Earlier Italy had won this title in 1976, 2023 and 2024.
– Italy’s tennis player Matteo Berrettini began the final with a brilliant 6-3, 6-4 win over Pablo Carreno Busta.
– Spain was the runner-up in the match.
– This is Italy’s fourth Davis Cup title, and the third consecutive one. The last country to win three consecutive titles was the United States, which won five straight titles from 1968–72.
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4. When is National Organ Donation Day celebrated?
a. 25 November
b. 26 November
c. 27 November
d. 28 November
Answer: c. 27 November
– It is celebrated every year on 27 November by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
– Its objective is to encourage people to donate organs.
– A healthy person can save lives by donating organs after death.
– People can donate heart, liver, kidneys, intestines, lungs etc.
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5. Which countries got the hosting rights of ICC T20 World Cup 2026?
a. India and Pakistan
b. India and Sri Lanka
c. India and Bangladesh
d. Sri Lanka and Bangladesh
Answer: b. India and Sri Lanka
– ICC T20 World Cup 2026 will be held from 7 February to 8 March 2026.
– It includes 5 cities of India and 2 cities of Sri Lanka.
– The final will be held at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
Venues: 5 in India, 3 in Sri Lanka
– India: Narendra Modi Stadium (Ahmedabad), Arun Jaitley Stadium (New Delhi), Eden Gardens (Kolkata), Chepauk Stadium (Chennai), Wankhede Stadium (Mumbai)
– Sri Lanka: Colombo and Kandy – R. Premadasa and Sinhalese Sports Club Stadiums
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6. Which Indian player has been appointed as the ambassador of ICC T20 World Cup 2026?
a. Rakesh Verma
b. Rohit Sharma
c. Ajay Verma
d. Vilas Mukherjee
Answer: b. Rohit Sharma
– India’s former captain Rohit Sharma has been appointed as the tournament ambassador for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.
– Rohit Sharma captained India in the 2024 Men’s T20 World Cup, which India won.
– He announced retirement from this format after that tournament.
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7. Where was the 5th edition of Khelo India University Games (KIUG) 2025 held?
a. Rajasthan (Jaipur)
b. Gujarat (Surat)
c. Madhya Pradesh (Jabalpur)
d. Uttar Pradesh (Lucknow)
Answer: a. Rajasthan (Jaipur)
– The grand opening of Khelo India University Games took place on 24 November 2025 at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur.
– More than 7000 participants including 5000 players took part.
Sports included
Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Hockey, Swimming, Tennis, Football, Archery, Shooting, Mallakhamb, Cycling, Rugby, Judo, Beach Volleyball, Canoeing and Kayaking, Kabaddi, Weightlifting, Table Tennis, Yogasana, Fencing, Volleyball, Boxing and Wrestling.
About Khelo India University Games
– Number of host cities: Seven – Jaipur, Ajmer, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Kota and Bharatpur
– Age category: Under 25 (men and women)
– Opening ceremony: 24 November 2025, Jaipur
– Closing ceremony: 5 December 2025, Jaipur
– Number of days: 12
– Participants: Around 7500 (including 5000+ athletes)
– Broadcast: Live on national television and OTT platforms
All editions of Khelo India University Games (KIUG)
1st – 2020 (22–29 February) – Bhubaneswar, Odisha
2nd – 2022 (24 April–3 May) – Bengaluru, Karnataka
3rd – 2023 (25 May–3 June) – Uttar Pradesh
4th – 2024 (19 February–1 March) – Northeast India (Assam, Arunachal, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura)
5th – 2025 (24 November–5 December) – Rajasthan (Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Kota, Ajmer, Bikaner, Bharatpur)
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8. Name the mascot of Khelo India University Games 2025?
a. Deer
b. Barasingha
c. Rabbit
d. Camel
Answer: d. Camel (a pair; the pair is named Khama and Ghani)
– Camel – an iconic and official state animal, culturally and economically important. Their names are Khama and Ghani, inspired by Rajasthan’s greeting “Khamma Ghani”.
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9. What is the theme song of Khelo India University Games 2025?
a. Khelo India Hamara India
b. Har Yuva Mein Khelo India
c. Khelo India – Har Dil Mein Desh
d. Padharo Mharo Rajasthan, Jeeto Saara Hindustan
Answer: d. Padharo Mharo Rajasthan, Jeeto Saara Hindustan
– This song is the official theme song of KIUG 2025.
– It is also called the KIUG 2025 Theme Song or Khelo India University Games Anthem.
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10. Which country won the second consecutive Women’s Kabaddi World Cup?
a. China
b. Bangladesh
c. India
d. Iran
Answer: c. India
– India defeated Chinese Taipei 35-28 in the final to win its second consecutive title.
– It was held in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
– The previous event was held in 2012 in Patna, where India defeated Iran in the final.
IKF Standard Style World Cup (International Kabaddi Federation)
Women’s Kabaddi World Cup Winners
2012 – India – Iran – Patna
2025 – India – Chinese Taipei – Dhaka
Men’s Kabaddi World Cup Winners
2004 – India – Iran – Mumbai
2007 – India – Iran – Panvel
2016 – India – Iran – Ahmedabad
2025 – Postponed
Note: India won all 3 editions. Next men’s World Cup planned for 2026.
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11. Which state’s traditional blade ‘Dao’ got GI Tag in November 2025?
a. Sikkim
b. Arunachal Pradesh
c. Nagaland
d. Tripura
Answer: b. Arunachal Pradesh
– ‘Dao’ is a traditional handcrafted blade made by several tribal communities.
– The GI Tag proves that this craft is a special and unique identity of Arunachal Pradesh.
– This will provide protection and recognition to the traditional craft.
– While announcing the GI Tag, Arunachal Pradesh Deputy CM Chowna Mein said this recognition shows the old blacksmith traditions of the state are culturally and economically very important.
What is Dao?
– Dao is the sword of the people of Northeast India.
– With its wooden handle and unique square shape, this sword was used for digging as well as in historical battles. In modern times, it is generally used for cutting meat and wood.
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12. The country’s first Mahe class anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft has been inducted into the Western Naval Command, what is its name?
a. INS Malvan
b. INS Malpe
c. INS Mulki
d. INS Mahe
Answer: d. INS Mahe
– This is India’s first Mahe-class anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft.
– Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi commissioned it into the Indian Navy on 24 November 2025 at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai.
– Motto of INS Mahe: ‘Silent Hunters’.
– Its design and construction have been done by Cochin Shipyard Limited.
– It is more than 80% indigenous. It is the lead ship of its class of eight vessels.
– INS Mahe was originally an Indian Navy minesweeper (a small warship), named after Mahe, a Union Territory on the western coast of India.
Mahe-class ships
INS Mahe (inducted on 24 November 2025)
INS Malvan
INS Mangrol
INS Malpe
INS Mulki
INS Magdala
INS Machilipatnam
INS Ajay
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13. Who became the acting chairperson of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA)?
a. Justice R. C. Chopra
b. Justice B. R. Gavai
c. Justice Jitendra Kumar Maheshwari
d. Justice Vikram Nath
Answer: d. Justice Vikram Nath
– Justice Vikram Nath is a Supreme Court judge.
– President Draupadi Murmu appointed him as the acting chairperson of NALSA in November 2025.
– Traditionally, the post of acting chairperson of NALSA is held by the senior-most judge after the Chief Justice.
– Vikram Nath has been a judge of the Supreme Court since 2021.
National Legal Services Authority (NALSA)
– NALSA was constituted under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987 to provide free legal services to the weaker sections of society.
– Its objective is to organize Lok Adalats for amicable settlement of disputes.
– Functions: Free legal services, Lok Adalats, legal awareness programs
– NALSA is headed by the Chief Justice of India as the Patron-in-Chief, and a senior judge of the Supreme Court serves as the Executive Chairperson.
Persons eligible for free legal services by NALSA:
– Women and children
– Members of SC/ST
– Industrial workers
– Victims of mass disaster, violence, flood, drought, earthquake, industrial disaster
– Persons with disabilities
– Persons in custody
– Persons whose annual income does not exceed ₹1,00,000 (for Supreme Court Legal Services Committee, limit is ₹5,00,000)
– Victims of human trafficking or bonded labour
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