Author: Mauvin Sequeira

Geopolitics (Questions 1-6)

Q1. Which country saw escalating violence resulting in the deaths of three journalists, including a CBS News contributor, due to Israeli airstrikes on January 23, 2026?
A) Ukraine
B) Lebanon
C) Iran
D) Syria
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The incident intensified international focus on the conflict and press freedom in Gaza.

Q2. Which leader’s invitation to the Board of Peace was revoked by President Trump on January 23, 2026?
A) Indian PM Narendra Modi
B) Chinese President Xi Jinping
C) Russian President Vladimir Putin
D) Canadian PM Mark Carney
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: This action stirred discussions on shifting global alliances.

Q3. What was the key topic of trilateral talks involving Ukraine, Russia, and the US held in Abu Dhabi starting January 23, 2026?
A) Climate change agreements
B) Territorial concessions
C) Trade tariffs
D) Nuclear disarmament
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The talks aimed at potential steps toward ending the ongoing conflict.

Geopolitics (Questions 1-9)

Q1. On 22 January 2026, US President Donald Trump announced a ‘framework’ deal related to which territory during the World Economic Forum in Davos?
A) Iceland
B) Greenland
C) Falkland Islands
D) Crimea
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Trump backed off threats of military action or tariffs, announcing a framework for Arctic security involving Greenland after talks with NATO leaders.

Q2. Which initiative did US President Trump formally establish at Davos on 22 January 2026 aimed at resolving global conflicts, including Gaza?
A) Board of Peace
B) Global Peace Alliance
C) Arctic Security Council
D) International Reconciliation Forum
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Trump signed documents for the ‘Board of Peace’, with several countries like Israel, UAE, and Pakistan joining; India was considering an invitation.

Q3. The United States formally notified its withdrawal from which organization, effective 22 January 2026?
A) United Nations
B) NATO
C) World Health Organization
D) World Trade Organization
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: The withdrawal, initiated earlier, took effect one year later, citing mishandling of health crises like COVID-19.

Geopolitics & World News (Questions 1-10)

Q1. On 21 January 2026, US President Donald Trump addressed the World Economic Forum in Davos amid tensions over which territory?
A) Greenland
B) Falkland Islands
C) Crimea
D) Taiwan
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Trump spoke at Davos, ruling out force but insisting on US control over Greenland for security reasons, while backing off immediate tariffs on Europe.

Q2. What major geopolitical issue dominated discussions at the World Economic Forum on 21 January 2026?
A) US-China trade war escalation
B) US threats of tariffs on Europe over Greenland
C) Russia-Ukraine ceasefire
D) Middle East peace talks
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Trump’s pursuit of Greenland led to tariff threats on European nations, causing market volatility and transatlantic tensions.

Q3. On 21 January 2026, President Trump warned Iran about potential assassination threats, stating what response?
A) Diplomatic sanctions
B) Economic blockade
C) Devastating retaliation
D) UN referral
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Trump issued a severe warning of devastating retaliation if Iran attempted to assassinate him, amid surging US military presence in the region.

Geopolitics (Questions 1-10)

Q1. On January 20, 2026, President Donald Trump intensified demands for control over Greenland, linking it to which personal grievance?
A) Losing the 2024 election
B) Not winning the Nobel Peace Prize
C) Trade imbalances with China
D) NATO funding disputes
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Trump texted Norway’s PM, associating his Greenland push with frustration over not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize.

Q2. Which European leader criticized Trump’s tariff threats over Greenland as “unacceptable” during the Davos WEF on January 20, 2026?
A) Ursula von der Leyen
B) Olaf Scholz
C) Emmanuel Macron
D) Mark Carney
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: French President Macron warned against “strongman politics” and directly addressed Trump’s coercive tactics.

Q3. Trump’s threats on January 20, 2026, involved potential tariffs on how many European countries opposing his Greenland acquisition?
A) Five
B) Eight
C) Ten
D) All NATO members
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Reports highlighted threats against eight European allies, escalating tensions within NATO.