Author: Mauvin Sequeira

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1–10) Q1. On 29 March 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Mann ki Baat address, stated that India is facing the challenges arising from the Israel-Iran conflict resolutely primarily because of: A) Domestic oil reserves alone B) Global relations, assistance from friendly countries, and capabilities built over the past decade C) Unilateral sanctions on West Asian nations D) Complete withdrawal from the Strait of Hormuz trade route Correct Answer: B. Explanation: PM Modi highlighted India’s diplomatic balancing and diversified energy partnerships amid the ongoing West Asia conflict (Day 29 of the war). Q2. India ... Read more

Geopolitics and World News (Questions 1-10) 1. Which massive anti-Trump protest movement, described as potentially one of the largest in US history, saw over 3,100 events and an estimated 9+ million participants on 28 March 2026? A) Black Lives Matter resurgence B) No Kings rallies C) Women’s March revival D) Climate Strike Global Correct Answer: B. Explanation: The “No Kings” protests on 28 March 2026 targeted Trump’s authoritarian style, hardline immigration policies, climate denial, diversity cuts, and the ongoing US-Israel war on Iran. Events spanned US cities, suburbs, rural areas. 2. On 28 March 2026, Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis carried out ... Read more

Q1. What was Hans Nusslein's full birth name and nickname? A. Hans "Hanne" Nusslein B. Heinrich "Heinrich" Nusslein C. Hans "Hugo" Nusslein D. Helmut "Hanne" Nusslein Answer: A. Hans "Hanne" Nusslein Q2. On what date and in which German city was Hans Nusslein born? A. March 31, 1905, in Munich B. June 28, 1910, in Berlin C. March 31, 1910, in Nuremberg D. April 15, 1912, in Hamburg Answer: C. March 31, 1910, in Nuremberg Q3. When did Hans Nusslein pass away? A. June 28, 1991 B. March 31, 1990 C. December 15, 1985 D. July 10, 1995 Answer: A. ... Read more

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 ... Read more

Q1. In which French city near Lyon was Henri Cochet born on December 14, 1901? A. Paris B. Marseille C. Villeurbanne D. Bordeaux Answer: C. Villeurbanne Q2. Henri Cochet was a key member of which famous group of French tennis players that dominated the sport in the late 1920s and early 1930s? A. The Three Musketeers B. The Four Musketeers C. The French Connection D. Les As du Tennis Answer: B. The Four Musketeers Q3. How many consecutive years was Henri Cochet ranked as the world No. 1 male tennis player by A. Wallis Myers? A. Four years (1928–1931) B. ... Read more

Q1. What was Rene Lacoste's full birth name and date of birth? A. Jean Rene Lacoste, born July 2, 1904 B. Rene Jacques Lacoste, born June 15, 1905 C. Pierre Rene Lacoste, born August 10, 1903 D. Henri Rene Lacoste, born July 2, 1906 Answer: A. Jean Rene Lacoste, born July 2, 1904 Q2. In which city was Rene Lacoste born? A. Lyon B. Paris C. Marseille D. Bordeaux Answer: B. Paris Q3. Rene Lacoste was a member of which famous group of French tennis players in the 1920s? A. The Four Horsemen B. The Four Musketeers C. The French ... Read more

Geopolitics & World News – (Questions 1-12) Q1. On 26 March 2026, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar responded to Opposition criticism regarding Pakistan's reported role in mediating between the US and Iran by calling Pakistan a: A) Strategic partner B) “Dalal” (broker) C) Neutral observer D) Peace initiator Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Jaishankar stated that Pakistan has played the role of a “dalal” in such matters since 1981, defending India's independent stand on the West Asia crisis. Q2. Which country classified India as a “friendly nation” and allowed safe commercial shipping passage through the Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing ... Read more

Q1. What is Gustavo Kuerten's popular nickname in the tennis world? A. Rafa B. Guga C. FedEx D. King Roger Answer: B. Guga Q2. In which Brazilian city was Gustavo Kuerten born on September 10, 1976? A. Rio de Janeiro B. Sao Paulo C. Florianopolis D. Brasilia Answer: C. Florianopolis Q3. At what age did Kuerten lose his father, Aldo, who suffered a heart attack while umpiring a junior tennis match? A. 6 B. 8 C. 10 D. 12 Answer: B. 8

Q1. In which Australian town was Patrick Rafter born on December 28, 1972? A. Brisbane B. Mount Isa C. Sydney D. Melbourne Answer: B. Mount Isa Q2. What was Patrick Rafter's ranking in his large family of siblings? A. Eldest child B. Youngest child C. Third youngest (seventh of nine) D. Middle child (fifth of nine) Answer: C. Third youngest (seventh of nine) Q3. At what age did Patrick Rafter begin playing tennis? A. 3 B. 5 C. 8 D. 10 Answer: B. 5

Geopolitics & World News – (Questions 1-12) Q1. On 25 March 2026, opposition parties staged a protest outside Parliament over a critical shortage of cooking gas. What was the primary trigger for this shortage? A) Domestic production halt B) War on Iran leading to blockage of the Strait of Hormuz C) Cyclone-induced port closures D) Railway strike affecting supply chains Correct Answer: B. Explanation: India imports over 40% of its crude through the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran blocked in retaliation during the US-Israel war, causing cascading shortages of cooking gas (LPG) and fuel. Q2. Indian police were deployed at ... Read more