Geopolitics (Questions 1-5)
1. At the Munich Security Conference on February 13, 2026, French President Emmanuel Macron urged Europe to become what?
A) A military superpower
B) A geopolitical power
C) An economic union
D) A cultural hub
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Macron emphasized Europe’s need to assert itself as a geopolitical power, including reassessing its nuclear deterrent against Russia.
2. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, en route to the Munich Security Conference, described the current global situation as entering a what?
A) Time of alliances
B) Period of economic recovery
C) New era in geopolitics
D) Phase of isolationism
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Rubio warned allies of changes due to a “new era in geopolitics,” requiring reassessment of roles.
3. During the Munich Security Conference, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized U.S. President Trump’s approach to what?
A) Transatlantic alliance
B) Climate change
C) Trade tariffs
D) Immigration policy
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Merz appealed for a stronger Europe to confront Russia while working with the U.S., amid Trump’s threats on NATO and Greenland.
4. What did President Trump announce regarding Gaza at a meeting on February 13, 2026?
A) Recognition of Palestinian statehood
B) Withdrawal of U.S. troops
C) New sanctions on Hamas
D) A multi-billion dollar reconstruction plan
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Trump detailed a U.N.-authorized stabilization force and funding for Gaza’s reconstruction.
5. In a speech at the Munich Security Conference, what did President Emmanuel Macron say about Europe’s security architecture?
A) It needs to include France’s nuclear deterrent
B) It should rely solely on NATO
C) It must exclude Russia
D) It requires U.S. leadership
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Macron proposed assessing how France’s nuclear capabilities fit into Europe’s future security.
World News India (Questions 6-10)
6. On February 13, 2026, which party claimed a landslide victory in Bangladesh’s parliamentary elections?
A) Awami League
B) Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)
C) Jatiya Party
D) Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: BNP, led by Tarique Rahman, won 216 seats, marking the first election since Sheikh Hasina’s ouster in 2024.
7. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated which Bangladeshi leader on their election victory on February 13, 2026?
A) Tarique Rahman
B) Sheikh Hasina
C) Khaleda Zia
D) Muhammad Yunus
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Modi reaffirmed India’s commitment to bilateral ties despite tensions over Hasina’s exile in India.
8. Rahul Gandhi, in a video on February 13, 2026, accused PM Modi of what regarding the India-US trade agreement?
A) Promoting exports
B) Strengthening defense ties
C) Selling out farmers
D) Reducing tariffs
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Gandhi claimed the deal harms Indian farmers and vowed Congress would fight it.
9. What did the U.S. claim about India’s Russian oil imports on February 13, 2026, according to the MEA?
A) India reduced purchases
B) India increased imports
C) No change in policy
D) Ban on Russian oil
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: A U.S. official stated India cut Russian crude buys as desired by the U.S., but MEA refused to deny it directly.
10. India’s civil aviation watchdog fined Air India how much on February 13, 2026, for operating without an airworthiness permit?
A) $200,000
B) $1 million
C) $50,000
D) $110,350
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: The fine was for flying an Airbus plane eight times without the permit, eroding public trust.
Indian Polity (Questions 11-14)
11. On February 13, 2026, PM Narendra Modi inaugurated what as the new Prime Minister’s Office complex?
A) Seva Teerth
B) Kartavya Path
C) Raj Bhavan
D) Lok Kalyan Marg
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: The complex houses the PMO, NSCS, and Cabinet Secretariat, symbolizing ‘Viksit Bharat’.
12. What motto is inscribed at the Seva Teerth complex inaugurated on February 13, 2026?
A) Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas
B) Satyameva Jayate
C) Nagrik Devo Bhava
D) Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Meaning ‘citizen is akin to God’, it reflects the focus on public service.
13. What did the Congress leader allege about the BJP’s intentions toward the Indian Constitution on February 13, 2026?
A) Elimination of equality principles
B) Strengthening federalism
C) Adding new amendments
D) Protecting minority rights
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Speaking in Berlin, Gandhi claimed BJP proposes eliminating equality between states, languages, and religions.
14. On February 13, 2026, what did CDS Anil Chauhan explain about Pandit Nehru’s Panchsheel Agreement with China?
A) It aimed at border security
B) It was to promote peace
C) It sought economic ties
D) It was for military alliance
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Chauhan noted Nehru wanted the agreement to foster peaceful relations.
Sports (Questions 15-19)
15. In the 2026 Winter Olympics on February 13, who won gold in men’s figure skating in an upset?
A) Mikhail Shaidorov
B) Ilia Malinin
C) Johannes Høsflot Klæbo
D) Matt Weston
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Kazakhstan’s Shaidorov shocked by winning; U.S.’s Malinin finished 8th after falls.
16. What historic achievement did Norway’s Johannes Høsflot Klæbo accomplish at the 2026 Winter Olympics on February 13?
A) Team event win
B) First in skeleton
C) Eighth gold medal
D) Upset in figure skating
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Klæbo became the fourth athlete to win eight Winter Olympic golds.
17. Britain’s Matt Weston won what at the 2026 Winter Olympics on February 13?
A) Silver in hockey
B) Gold in skeleton
C) Bronze in skating
D) Gold in curling
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: It was Britain’s first medal in Milan Cortina.
18. The U.S. women’s hockey team advanced to the semifinals on February 13, 2026, by defeating whom?
A) Italy
B) Canada
C) Sweden
D) Finland
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: They routed Italy 6-0 in the quarterfinals.
19. What upset occurred in men’s figure skating at the 2026 Olympics on February 13?
A) New world record
B) Gold for U.S. team
C) No medals for favorites
D) Ilia Malinin finished 8th
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Undefeated since 2023, Malinin stumbled, missing the podium.
Arts (Questions 20-22)
20. At Frieze Los Angeles 2026 previewed on February 13, what special vehicle was unveiled in collaboration with artist Matt Copson?
A) AFEELA 1
B) Tesla Cybertruck
C) BMW Art Car
D) Ferrari Concept
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Sony Honda Mobility’s AFEELA featured a design blending exterior and digital interface.
21. What theme was used for Denver’s Marriage Marathon on February 13, 2026?
A) Lucky 13
B) Eternal Bonds
C) Fearlessly in Love
D) Romantic Rendezvous
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Playing on Friday the 13th, 42 couples married at the Clerk’s Office.
22. The David Owsley Museum of Art at Ball State University announced an exhibition of whose work starting February 19, 2026?
A) Nora Krug
B) Emily Carr
C) Matt Copson
D) Julia Stoschek
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Award-winning illustrator Nora Krug’s work showcased from Feb. 19 to June 13.
Education (Questions 23-26)
23. On February 13, 2026, the U.S. Department of Education proposed eliminating what term used by accrediting agencies?
A) National
B) Regional
C) Institutional
D) Programmatic
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The “regional” label creates barriers and misleads; aims to strengthen higher education.
24. What did the U.S. Department of Education announce regarding the 2027-28 FAFSA form on February 13, 2026?
A) First step in development
B) Delay in launch
C) Elimination of form
D) New fees
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Ensures launch by October 1, 2026, after Biden-era mismanagement.
25. A teacher-incentive program in South Carolina showed what long-term student benefits per a February 13, 2026 study?
A) Increased dropout rates
B) Higher test scores only
C) Lower felony arrests
D) No changes
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Also reduced government assistance reliance and boosted graduation rates.
26. The U.S. Department of Education probed Louisiana’s Board of Regents over what on February 13, 2026?
A) Curriculum changes
B) Budget cuts
C) Teacher shortages
D) Race-based priorities
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Alleged violation of Title VI by prioritizing “all races other than white and Asian” in goals.
Literature (Questions 27-28)
27. What did Julia Quinn discuss on the New York Times Book Review podcast on February 13, 2026?
A) Bridgerton series
B) New fantasy novel
C) Historical accuracy
D) Writing process
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: She reflected on her novels and the Netflix adaptation.
28. In the best reviewed books of the week on February 13, 2026, which novel by Allegra Goodman was featured?
A) They
B) The Boundless Deep
C) This Is Not About Us
D) Autobiography of Cotton
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Highlighted alongside works by Richard Holmes and Helle Helle.
Other Current Affairs (Question 29)
29. Other Current Affairs: What environmental action did the Trump administration take on February 13, 2026?
A) Halted EPA endangerment finding
B) Approved new oil pipelines
C) Signed Paris Accord
D) Banned fracking
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Repealed the 2009 determination on greenhouse gases, eliminating regulatory basis under the Clean Air Act.
