Author: Mauvin Sequeira

Geopolitics & World News Involving India (Questions 1–12) Q1. On 6 March 2026, security curbs in Kashmir entered their 5th day following protests against the killing of which Iranian leader amid the ongoing West Asia conflict? (A) President Ebrahim Raisi (B) Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei (C) Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian (D) IRGC Commander Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Protests erupted in Kashmir against the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during the US-Israel conflict with Iran; this triggered heightened security measures. Q2. Which incident involving an Iranian vessel occurred off Sri Lanka’s coast on 6 March 2026, prompting ... Read more

Q1. On what date and in which city was Novak Djokovic born? A. 22 May 1985 in Zagreb, Croatia B. 22 May 1987 in Belgrade, Serbia C. 22 May 1990 in Novi Sad, Serbia D. 22 May 1988 in Moscow, Russia Answer: B. 22 May 1987 in Belgrade, Serbia Q2. In which year did Novak Djokovic turn professional? A. 2001 B. 2007 C. 2005 D. 2003 Answer: D. 2003 Q3. Where and when did Novak Djokovic win his first ATP Tour singles title? A. 2005 Wimbledon B. 2006 Dutch Open C. 2007 Indian Wells D. 2008 French Open Answer: B. ... Read more

Q1. In which city and on what exact date was Diego Armando Maradona born? A. Buenos Aires, 25 November 1960 B. Lanus, Buenos Aires Province, 30 October 1960 C. Naples, 30 October 1960 D. Barcelona, 25 November 1960 Answer: B. Lanus, Buenos Aires Province, 30 October 1960 Q2. At which club did Maradona make his professional debut in the Argentine Primera División, and how old was he? A. Argentinos Juniors, age 15 B. Boca Juniors, age 17 C. Newell's Old Boys, age 16 D. Barcelona, age 18 Answer: A. Argentinos Juniors, age 15 Q3. Which club did Maradona join in ... Read more

Geopolitics & World News Involving India (Questions 1-12) Q1. On 5 March 2026, India condoled the death of which Iranian leader? A) President Masoud Pezeshkian B) Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei C) Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi D) IRGC Commander Hossein Salami Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri signed the condolence book at the Iranian Embassy in New Delhi. Q2. Which Iranian warship was sunk by a US submarine near Sri Lanka on 5 March 2026 while returning from an Indian naval event? A) IRIS Makran B) IRIS Jamaran C) IRIS Dena D) IRIS Sahand Correct Answer: C. Explanation: ... Read more

Q1. What was Franz Beckenbauer's full birth name and exact date of birth? A. Franz Anton Beckenbauer, 11 September 1945 B. Franz Josef Beckenbauer, 11 September 1944 C. Karl-Heinz Beckenbauer, 7 January 1945 D. Franz Muller Beckenbauer, 11 September 1946 Answer: A. Franz Anton Beckenbauer, 11 September 1945 Q2. In which city and country did Franz Beckenbauer pass away on 7 January 2024 at the age of 78? A. Munich, Germany B. Salzburg, Austria C. Hamburg, Germany D. New York, United States Answer: B. Salzburg, Austria Q3. What famous nickname was Franz Beckenbauer known by throughout his career? A. Der ... Read more

Q1. In which French town and on what exact date was Michel Platini born? A. Paris, 21 June 1955 B. Joeuf, 21 June 1955 C. Lyon, 21 June 1955 D. Marseille, 21 June 1954 Answer: B. Joeuf, 21 June 1955 Q2. What was Michel Platini’s primary playing position throughout his professional career? A. Striker B. Defensive midfielder C. Attacking midfielder D. Goalkeeper Answer: C. Attacking midfielder Q3. At which club did Platini begin his senior professional career in 1972? A. Saint-Etienne B. Juventus C. Olympique de Marseille D. AS Nancy Answer: D. AS Nancy

Geopolitics (Questions 1-11) Q1. The West Asia conflict on 4 March 2026 led to the cancellation of over 250 flights at how many major Indian airports? A) Two B) Three C) Four D) Five Correct Answer: C. Explanation: The escalating Iran-Israel conflict caused widespread airspace disruptions, resulting in over 250 flight cancellations at four major Indian airports. Q2. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) took which action regarding Class 10 and 12 board exams in the West Asia region due to the ongoing conflict? A) Advanced the dates B) Postponed until further notice C) Cancelled permanently D) Shifted to ... Read more

Q1. In which year and city was Alfredo Di Stefano born? A. 1926 in Madrid, Spain B. 1926 in Buenos Aires, Argentina C. 1930 in Bogota, Colombia D. 1924 in Rome, Italy Answer: B. 1926 in Buenos Aires, Argentina Q2. What was Alfredo Di Stefano’s famous nickname, translating to “Blond Arrow”? A. El Pibe de Oro B. La Fiera C. Saeta Rubia D. El Divino Answer: C. Saeta Rubia Q3. On what date and at what age did Alfredo Di Stefano pass away in Madrid? A. 4 July 2014, aged 88 B. 7 July 2014, aged 88 C. 4 July ... Read more

Q1. What is Romario's full name and birth date? A. Romario de Souza Faria, 29 January 1966 B. Ronaldo de Souza Faria, 29 January 1967 C. Romario Alves, 29 January 1965 D. Roberto de Souza Faria, 29 January 1968 Answer: A. Romario de Souza Faria, 29 January 1966 Q2. What is Romario's famous nickname, reflecting his short stature? A. O Fenômeno B. O Baixinho ("The Little One") C. O Rei D. O Imperador Answer: B. O Baixinho ("The Little One") Q3. At what height did Romario play as a striker, known for his low centre of gravity and clinical finishing? ... Read more

Geopolitics (Questions 1-8) Q1. What was the primary trigger for Iran's missile strikes on Israel, Arab states, and U.S. targets on March 3, 2026? A) Closure of the Strait of Hormuz B) Assassination of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei by U.S.-Israel forces C) U.S. sanctions on Iranian nuclear facilities D) Russian military aid to Iran Correct Answer: B. Explanation: The escalation stemmed from the U.S.-Israel joint operation assassinating Khamenei, prompting Iran's retaliatory strikes and the subsequent closure of the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting global oil flows. Q2. How has the West Asia conflict escalation impacted global oil prices as of March ... Read more