Geopolitics – (Questions 1-11)
Q1. On 27 March 2026, which country granted passage through the Strait of Hormuz exclusively to “friendly nations” including India, Pakistan and three others amid the ongoing West Asia conflict?
A) Saudi Arabia
B) Iran
C) United Arab Emirates
D) Israel
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Iran allowed select friendly nations access to the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, which handles ~20% of global oil trade, to ease supply pressures on allies during the US-Israel-Iran conflict.
Q2. What is the primary objective of Operation Urja Suraksha launched by the Indian Navy in response to developments in the Strait of Hormuz on 27 March 2026?
A) Safe transit of India-bound crude oil, LNG and LPG shipments
B) Joint naval exercises with France
C) Humanitarian aid to conflict zones
D) Anti-piracy patrols in the Arabian Sea
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: The operation focuses on maritime security for India’s energy imports amid geopolitical tensions in West Asia.
Q3. On 27 March 2026, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held discussions with his French counterpart on the security of which critical maritime chokepoint?
A) Malacca Strait
B) Bab el-Mandeb Strait
C) Strait of Hormuz
D) Suez Canal
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: India and France emphasised joint efforts for security of the Strait of Hormuz during the G7-related engagements.
Q4. Which of the following statements is correct regarding India’s response to the West Asia crisis on 27 March 2026?
A) PM Modi announced unilateral military deployment
B) PM Modi will hold a meeting with Chief Ministers to discuss the impact of the Middle East crisis
C) India closed its embassy in Tehran
D) India imposed sanctions on Iran
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The meeting aims to coordinate domestic preparedness, fuel security and economic measures.
Q5. On 27 March 2026, reports indicated that India is set to receive the remaining units of which air defence system from Russia this year?
A) Akash
B) Barak-8
C) BrahMos
D) S-400
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Deliveries of the remaining two S-400 squadrons are expedited amid regional tensions.
Q6. The Indian Army is planning to place orders for the extended-range variant of which supersonic cruise missile on 27 March 2026?
A) BrahMos
B) Akash
C) Prithvi
D) Agni
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: The 800 km range BrahMos variant enhances India’s multi-domain deterrence.
Q7. Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) successfully completed the First-off Production Model (FOPM) of which upgraded missile system on 27 March 2026?
A) BrahMos
B) Advanced Akash Weapon System
C) S-400
D) QRSAM
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The test strengthens indigenous air defence capabilities.
Q8. In the context of the ongoing Iran conflict on 27 March 2026, which group claimed responsibility for hacking the private emails of the US FBI Director?
A) Hezbollah
B) Houthis
C) Hamas
D) Pro-Iranian hackers
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: The cyber attack is linked to escalating US-Iran tensions.
Q9. On 27 March 2026, Israel conducted strikes on which Iranian nuclear facility, according to reports?
A) Natanz
B) Khandab heavy water research reactor in Arak
C) Bushehr
D) Fordow
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The strike targeted a site previously hit during the 12-day war.
Q10. Which of the following best describes India’s diplomatic stance on the Strait of Hormuz as stated on 27 March 2026?
A) India will not seek alternative routes
B) India has imposed a naval blockade
C) India and France are working jointly for its security
D) India has withdrawn all tankers
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Joint diplomatic and operational coordination was highlighted.
Indian Polity & Governance – (Questions 11-18)
Q11. The Parliament passed which legislation on or before 27 March 2026 to amend the framework for transgender rights?
A) Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026
B) Rights of Persons with Disabilities Amendment Bill
C) POCSO Amendment Bill
D) Citizenship Amendment Bill
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: The Bill revises the 2019 Act, tightening identity verification procedures; it faced opposition from some community groups.
Q12. The Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026, introduced in Rajya Sabha on 27 March 2026, covers how many of India’s seven CAPFs?
A) All seven
B) Five (CRPF, BSF, CISF, ITBP, SSB)
C) Three (CRPF, BSF, CISF)
D) Two (BSF and ITBP)
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: It creates a unified legal framework and formalises IPS deputation for senior posts; Assam Rifles and NSG are excluded.
Q13. In a February 2026 hearing (reported on 27 March), the CJI remarked that the Supreme Court’s Handbook on Combating Gender Stereotypes was:
A) Too lenient
B) Mandatory for all High Courts
C) Constitutionally invalid
D) Too technical and “Harvard-oriented”
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: The CJI called for expert review to make it more practical.
Q14. On 27 March 2026, the Supreme Court urged the Union Government to enact a formal law on:
A) Uniform Civil Code
B) Triple Talaq ban extension
C) Paternity leave for all fathers (biological or adoptive)
D) Article 370 restoration
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: The Court described sidelining fathers in parenthood as “a kind of injustice.”
Q15. The Allahabad High Court allowed the Centre to become a party in which high-profile case on 27 March 2026?
A) Rahul Gandhi citizenship case
B) Nirav Modi extradition
C) Article 370 abrogation challenge
D) Farm laws review
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: The Court sought records from the Centre.
Q16. On 27 March 2026, the President was urged not to grant assent to:
A) CAPF Bill
B) Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026
C) Electoral Bonds revival Bill
D) Data Protection Amendment Bill
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Petitions cited concerns over procedural changes affecting the community.
Q17. A case was registered against the X platform on 27 March 2026 over a “defamatory” AI-generated video targeting:
A) The Election Commission of India and PM Modi
B) The Supreme Court
C) The RBI Governor
D) The Chief Justice of India
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: The video allegedly undermined constitutional institutions.
Q18. The UK court, on 27 March 2026, rejected a fresh bid by which fugitive economic offender to stall extradition to India?
A) Vijay Mallya
B) Nirav Modi
C) Mehul Choksi
D) Lalit Modi
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The court relied on India’s assurances regarding fair trial.
Economy, Defence & Infrastructure (Questions 19-23)
Q19. India’s largest private fuel retailer, Nayara Energy, hiked petrol and diesel prices by how much on 27 March 2026?
A) Petrol ?5, Diesel ?3
B) Petrol ?3, Diesel ?5
C) Both ?2
D) No hike
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: The hike triggered concerns, but the government assured adequate stocks.
Q20. On 27 March 2026, the Centre stated that India has fuel stocks sufficient for how many days of normal consumption?
A) 30 days
B) 60 days
C) 90 days
D) 15 days
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The government also reduced Special Additional Excise Duty (SAED) on petrol and diesel to ease prices.
Q21. PM Modi is scheduled to inaugurate which major infrastructure project on 28 March 2026 (announced on 27 March)?
A) Mumbai Trans Harbour Link Phase-II
B) Ahmedabad-Mumbai Bullet Train
C) Chenab Rail Bridge
D) Noida International Airport
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: The airport is expected to boost regional connectivity and UP’s economy.
Q22. An Air India A350 aircraft en route to London faced a technical snag on 27 March 2026 and returned to:
A) Mumbai
B) Delhi
C) Bengaluru
D) Hyderabad
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: DGCA directed corrective actions following the incident.
Q23. A WEF report highlighted on 27 March 2026 that India is emerging as a global hub for:
A) Electro-tech manufacturing
B) Fossil fuel refining
C) Rare earth mining
D) Semiconductor fabrication only
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: India is bypassing traditional fossil-fuel-heavy industrialisation.
Sports – (Questions 24-25)
Q24. Indian compound archers dominated the Asia Cup World Ranking Tournament Stage 1 on 27 March 2026 by winning how many medals in total?
A) 5
B) 8
C) 3
D) 10
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: India secured mixed team gold, women’s team silver and swept the men’s individual podium.
Q25. In the SAFF Under-20 Championship on 27 March 2026, India defeated which rival 3-0?
A) Nepal
B) Pakistan
C) Bangladesh
D) Maldives
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The win virtually eliminated Pakistan from the tournament.
Arts, Education, Literature & Miscellaneous Current Affairs – (Questions 26-30)
Q26. The Bharat Tribes Fest 2026, celebrating tribal arts, music and commerce, is being held at which venue in March 2026?
A) India Gate
B) Red Fort
C) Pragati Maidan
D) Sundar Nursery, Delhi
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: The festival runs from 18–30 March and includes an international pavilion.
Q27. VIDYARTHI 2026 – India’s Global Education Connect event began on 27 March 2026 at which venue?
A) IIT Delhi
B) Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi
C) Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
D) JNU
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The two-day event promotes international academic collaborations and student mobility.
Q28. An International Conference on “21st Century Approaches to Interdisciplinary Dialogues in Literary Studies” commenced on 27 March 2026 at:
A) Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Bengaluru Campus
B) Delhi University
C) Jawaharlal Nehru University
D) Banaras Hindu University
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: The conference explores pluralistic approaches across disciplines.
Q29. At least six people were killed and five injured in an avalanche on 27 March 2026 on which highway near Zojila Pass?
A) Jammu-Srinagar
B) NH-44 Ramban
C) Manali-Leh
D) Srinagar–Leh highway
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Several vehicles were trapped under snow.
Q30. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) projected India’s economic growth for 2026–27 at:
A) 5.2%
B) 6.1%
C) 7.5%
D) 4.8%
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The projection underscores India’s resilience despite global uncertainties and West Asia tensions.
