Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-10)

Q1. On 3-4 June 2026, an Iranian drone/missile strike targeted which location, resulting in the death of an Indian national?
A) Beirut Airport
B) Kuwait International Airport (Terminal 1)
C) Strait of Hormuz shipping lane
D) Baghdad International Airport
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The strike damaged the airport, killed one Indian national, and injured others, amid broader regional tensions involving Iran, Israel, and the US. India’s MEA condemned the attack.

Q2. What was the context of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire developments reported around 4 June 2026?
A) Complete withdrawal of all forces
B) Permanent UN peacekeeping deployment
C) US-brokered agreement with Hezbollah required to stop attacks south of Litani River
D) Joint economic zone announcement
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Hezbollah’s response raised doubts, highlighting fragile geopolitics in the region.

Q3. India issued a Letter of Request (LoR) to France for the acquisition of how many additional Rafale fighter jets (approx. value Rs 3.25 lakh crore)?
A) 36
B) 114
C) 83
D) 26
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The deal emphasizes Make in India with ~90 jets to be manufactured locally, boosting IAF capabilities under the MRFA program.

Geopolitics & World News (Questions 1-10)

1. On 3 June 2026, which country reported intercepting Iranian missiles and drones targeting civilian facilities during the ongoing 2026 Iran war?
A) Saudi Arabia
B) Bahrain
C) Egypt
D) Jordan
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Bahraini defense forces intercepted three Iranian missiles and multiple drones.

2. What significant action did the US House take on 3 June 2026 regarding the Iran conflict?
A) Authorized full military support to Israel
B) Passed a war powers resolution to halt military action in Iran
C) Increased sanctions on China
D) Approved aid to Ukraine
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: This was seen as a rebuke to the Trump administration.

3. Kuwait reported casualties from Iranian attacks on 3 June 2026 at which location?
A) Oil fields
B) Parliament building
C) Kuwait International Airport
D) Naval base
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: One killed and dozens injured.

Geopolitics & World News (Questions 1-8)

Q1. On 2 June 2026, Iran took a significant step regarding indirect talks with the US amid ongoing regional tensions. What was it?
A) Agreed to a new nuclear deal
B) Suspended indirect talks with the US
C) Signed a ceasefire with Israel
D) Joined a new regional alliance with India
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Iran suspended indirect talks with the US following Israel’s actions in Lebanon, escalating Middle East tensions.

Q2. What recent development involving Israel and Lebanon was reported on 2 June 2026?
A) Israel killed 8 in Lebanon and expanded occupation
B) Complete ceasefire signed
C) UN mediation succeeded
D) Lebanon joined Abraham Accords
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Reports highlighted Israel’s strikes in Lebanon killing several, with Trump urging restraint.

Q3. Which country’s Prime Minister declared an antisemitism crisis with over 6,800 incidents in 2025 and announced a new advisory council?
A) USA
B) UK
C) Canada
D) Australia
Correct Answer: C.

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-10)

1. On 1 June 2026, what major announcement did Iran make regarding peace talks with the US amid the 2026 Iran war?
A) Agreed to immediate resumption
B) Announced a pause and plans to block the Strait of Hormuz
C) Signed a new ceasefire with Israel
D) Invited UN mediation exclusively
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Iran paused talks and, with the Axis of Resistance, planned to block the Strait of Hormuz until Israel ends operations in Lebanon and Gaza. This escalated the 2026 Strait of Hormuz crisis.

2. Which country did Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi approach for help in de-escalation regarding Israeli actions in Lebanon?
A) China
B) Russia
C) Pakistan
D) Turkey
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Araghchi sought Pakistani FM Mohammad Ishaq Dar’s assistance to facilitate de-escalation.

3. What did US President Donald Trump state about the naval blockade and airstrikes on Iran following the pause in talks?
A) Blockade lifted immediately
B) Airstrikes would resume
C) Blockade continues but no immediate resumption of airstrikes
D) Full ceasefire agreed
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Trump clarified that Iran’s pause does not mean resumption of airstrikes, but the naval blockade continues.