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.
Q4. PM Narendra Modi urged citizens on 10 May 2026 to take which measures amid the energy crisis from the Iran war?
A) Increase gold purchases and foreign travel
B) Ban public transport
C) Increase imports of Russian oil exclusively
D) Reduce fuel consumption, avoid non-essential gold purchases for one year, and limit foreign travel
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: He promoted “nationally responsible” choices, local products, WFH where possible, and public transport to ease forex pressure and inflation.
Q5. Russia described its ties with India as ‘unshakable’ on/around 11 May 2026 despite which pressures?
A) Western sanctions, Ukraine war, and shifting global equations
B) Only climate issues
C) Trade disputes with India
D) Border issues
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Moscow emphasized expanding cooperation in energy, defence, and trade.
Q6. India and Trinidad and Tobago signed how many agreements during EAM S. Jaishankar’s visit (reported around 11 May 2026)?
A) 3
B) 8
C) 12
D) 5
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Agreements reviewed progress from PM Modi’s earlier visit.
Q7. President Donald Trump rejected Iran’s response to a ceasefire proposal as ‘totally unacceptable’ around 11 May 2026. Iran sought permanent end including which front?
A) Only nuclear issues
B) Gulf maritime boundaries only
C) Only economic sanctions
D) All fronts including Lebanon (Hezbollah) and shipping security
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Iran responded via Pakistani mediators.
Q8. UN report around 11 May 2026 highlighted civilian deaths from drone strikes in which conflict?
A) Yemen
B) Myanmar
C) Sudanese civil war
D) Ethiopia
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Mostly in Darfur and Kordofan.
Q9. Saudi Aramco CEO warned that oil markets may not normalize until 2027 if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed beyond which period?
A) End of May
B) Mid-June
C) December 2026
D) March 2027
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Due to the Iran war impact.
Q10. Which bloc or forum saw continued emphasis on India-Russia ties amid global turbulence?
A) BRICS/SCO
B) NATO
C) G7 only
D) QUAD exclusively
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Russia views India as a key anchor.
Indian Polity & Governance (Questions 11-18)
Q11. Who was set to chair the first Cabinet meeting as Chief Minister of West Bengal on 11 May 2026?
A) Abhishek Banerjee
B) Suvendu Adhikari
C) Mamata Banerjee
D) Derek O’Brien
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: After BJP’s win in 2026 Assembly polls; portfolios to be allocated.
Q12. I-PAC faced criticism from which party after poor performance in West Bengal 2026 polls?
A) BJP
B) Congress
C) Trinamool Congress
D) CPI(M)
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Blamed for organizational damage.
Q13. Tamil Nadu Minister Aadhav Arjuna confirmed continuation of which tradition in official functions?
A) Only Vande Mataram
B) Tamil Thaai Vazhthu at beginning and National Anthem at end
C) Only Sanskrit hymns
D) Regional anthems exclusively
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Amid debates over order in swearing-in.
Q14. ED is probing education sector scams worth nearly how much around May 2026?
A) ?500 crore
B) Nearly ?4,000 crore
C) ?10,000 crore
D) ?1,000 crore
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Assets attached; multiple cases including Al-Falah Group.
Q15. A PIL in Supreme Court sought review of wages for priests and staff in which type of temples?
A) Private temples only
B) Churches
C) Mosques
D) Government-controlled temples
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Filed by advocate Ashwini Upadhyay.
Q16. Congress claimed Instagram blocked Rahul Gandhi’s post featuring actor-politician Vijay due to rules of which ministry?
A) Home Ministry
B) MeitY (denied by sources; platform issue)
C) Education Ministry
D) Finance Ministry
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: MeitY clarified it was not involved.
Q17. National Technology Day (11 May) commemorates which 1998 event?
A) Pokhran nuclear tests (contextual link in current affairs)
B) Chandrayaan landing
C) ASAT test
D) GST launch
Correct Answer: A.
Q18. Governor’s role in government formation was highlighted in context of which state’s recent developments?
A) Maharashtra
B) Kerala
C) West Bengal
D) Gujarat
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Broader constitutional discussions.
Economy & Other (Questions 19-20)
Q19. PM Modi’s appeal emphasized reducing dependence on imports of which key items?
A) Only electronics
B) Crude oil, gold, edible oil, fertilisers
C) Only software
D) Automobiles
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: To protect forex reserves amid global crisis.
Q20. Which state achieved zero primary school dropout rate (reported in current affairs)?
A) Jharkhand
B) Tamil Nadu
C) Odisha
D) Bihar
Correct Answer: A.
Sports & Culture (Questions 21-24)
Q21. Which team clinched its 29th LaLiga title on 10 May 2026 with a win over Real Madrid?
A) Atletico Madrid
B) Sevilla
C) Real Sociedad
D) Barcelona
Correct Answer: D.
Q22. IPL 2026 context included performances by players like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and discussions on Mumbai Indians’ campaign under which coach?
A) Gautam Gambhir
B) Ricky Ponting
C) Mahela Jayawardene
D) Stephen Fleming
Correct Answer: C.
Q23. India is to host which championship in Gujarat (2026)?
A) Cricket World Cup
B) FIFA U-17
C) Olympics
D) Asian Weightlifting Championship
Correct Answer: D.
Q24. Shio III was elected as head of which Orthodox Church around 11 May 2026?
A) Russian
B) Georgian
C) Greek
D) Serbian
Correct Answer: B.
