Geopolitics & International Relations (Questions 1-10)

Q1. On 14 May 2026, where did US President Donald Trump meet Chinese President Xi Jinping for high-stakes talks covering trade, Taiwan, and the Iran/Hormuz crisis?
A) Shanghai
B) Beijing 
C) Washington D.C.
D) Singapore
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The summit marked Trump’s first visit to China in nine years. Discussions focused on stabilizing US-China ties, AI chips, Boeing orders, and urging China to influence Iran on the Strait of Hormuz.

Q2. What warning did Xi Jinping issue during the Trump-Xi summit regarding Taiwan?
A) Potential “conflict” over Taiwan
B) Support for immediate reunification
C) Economic sanctions on the US
D) Invitation for joint military exercises
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Xi emphasized stable ties but warned of risks over Taiwan amid broader geopolitical tensions.

Q3. India hosted a BRICS-related meeting in May 2026 amid tensions with Pakistan over its potential membership. What bloc is central to this dispute?
A) QUAD
B) SCO
C) BRICS
D) G20
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: India has historically opposed Pakistan’s entry into BRICS; the issue resurfaced during India’s hosting of BRICS events.

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-8)

Q1. On May 13, 2026, US President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing for high-stakes talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Which of the following was a key agenda item?
A) Climate change accords only
B) Trade, Taiwan, and the ongoing Iran war
C) Space exploration cooperation
D) Arctic military de-escalation
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The summit focused on trade relations, Taiwan tensions, and the 2026 Iran war/Strait of Hormuz crisis, amid Chinese vessels transiting the strait.

Q2. In the context of the 2026 Iran war and Strait of Hormuz crisis, what significant maritime development occurred involving Chinese vessels on May 13, 2026?
A) Multiple Chinese tankers and carriers crossing via Iran’s safe corridor
B) A Chinese naval blockade
C) US seizure of Chinese oil tankers
D) Complete closure of the strait by Iran
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Vessels like the supertanker Yuan Hua Hu (carrying Iraqi crude) and others crossed, ahead of the Trump-Xi meeting.

Q3. Which country conducted drone strikes killing at least 12 people (including children) on a highway in Lebanon on or around May 13, 2026?
A) Syria
B) Iran
C) Israel
D) Turkey
Correct Answer: C.

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-10)

Q1. India hosted the Kimberley Process Intersessional Meeting 2026 in which city, under its Chairship for the year?
A) New Delhi
B) Mumbai
C) Surat
D) Jaipur
Correct Answer: B) Mumbai
Explanation: The meeting (11-14 May 2026) focuses on responsible diamond trade, monitoring, compliance, and preventing conflict diamonds. India assumed KP Chairship on 1 Jan 2026.

Q2. PM Narendra Modi is scheduled to undertake a five-nation visit from 15-20 May 2026 to which countries?
A) UAE, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, Italy
B) USA, UK, France, Germany, Japan
C) Australia, Indonesia, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand
D) Russia, China, Brazil, South Africa, Egypt
Correct Answer: A) UAE, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, Italy
Explanation: The visit includes bilateral talks and the India–Nordic Summit, emphasizing trade, green energy, technology, and strategic partnerships.

Q3. Which initiative did External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar inaugurate at the UN highlighting India’s mathematical legacy?
A) Zero to Infinity Exhibition
B) Ancient Indian Science Pavilion
C) Vedic Mathematics Forum
D) From Shunya to Ananta
Correct Answer: D) From Shunya to Ananta
Explanation: Inaugurated around 11 May 2026 at UN Headquarters, New York.

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-10)

Q1. On 11 May 2026, India welcomed a conditional ceasefire in which ongoing conflict?
A) Russia-Ukraine war
B) 2026 Iran war (US-Iran/Israel-Iran)
C) Sudanese civil war
D) Israel-Hezbollah conflict only
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: India expressed hope for lasting peace in West Asia, unimpeded navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, and advocated de-escalation amid the 2026 Iran war.

Q2. Which country’s Deputy PM and Foreign Minister met the US chargé d’affaires in Islamabad to discuss Iran-US ceasefire efforts around 11 May 2026?
A) China
B) Saudi Arabia
C) Pakistan
D) Turkey
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Pakistani efforts mediated responses between Iran and the US.

Q3. According to reports around 11 May 2026, which country secretly joined Israel and the US in airstrikes on Iran during the 2026 war?
A) Saudi Arabia
B) United Arab Emirates
C) Jordan
D) Egypt
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: UAE forces reportedly struck targets including a refinery on Lavan Island.