Author: Mauvin Sequeira

Geopolitics (Questions 1-10) 1. On 19 April 2026, which country’s Civil Aviation Organisation announced the resumption of international passenger flights from Mashhad Airport starting the next day? A) Saudi Arabia B) Iran C) Oman D) United Arab Emirates Answer: B. Explanation: Iran’s Civil Aviation Organisation, via state TV and IRNA, confirmed international flights would resume from Mashhad Airport (northeast Iran) on 20 April 2026 amid regional tensions. 2. What was the primary trigger for India summoning the Iranian envoy on or around 19 April 2026? A) Closure of the Strait of Hormuz B) Disruption of flights from Mashhad Airport C) ... Read more

Geopolitics & World News (Questions 1-8) 1. On 18 April 2026, Iranian Revolutionary Guard gunboats fired upon a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz. Which Indian-flagged vessel carrying 2 million barrels of Iraqi oil was among those forced to reverse course? A) A super tanker reported by TankerTrackers.com B) INS Vikrant C) MT New Diamond D) MV X-Press Pearl Answer: A. 2. India conveyed “deep concern” to Tehran on 18 April 2026 regarding the firing incident involving how many Indian-flagged ships in the Strait of Hormuz? A) One B) Two C) Three D) Five Answer: B. 3. Iran reversed its ... Read more

Q1. In which Spanish city was Manuel Orantes born on February 6, 1949? A. Barcelona B. Madrid C. Granada D. Seville Answer: C. Granada Q2. What is Manuel Orantes's playing hand and signature backhand style? A. Right-handed with two-handed backhand B. Left-handed with one-handed backhand C. Right-handed with one-handed backhand D. Left-handed with two-handed backhand Answer: B. Left-handed with one-handed backhand Q3. What was Manuel Orantes's career-high singles ranking, achieved in August 1973? A. World No. 1 B. World No. 2 C. World No. 3 D. World No. 4 Answer: B. World No. 2

Geopolitics & World News Involving India (Questions 1-8) Q1. India officially welcomed the 10-day ceasefire agreement between: A) Iran and USA B) Israel and Iran C) Israel and Lebanon D) Lebanon and Syria Answer: C. Explanation: The ceasefire took effect around 16-17 April 2026; MEA spokesperson confirmed India’s support. Q2. On 17 April 2026, Iran announced the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz for commercial vessels for the remaining period of the ceasefire. The first vessels to pass through were: A) Chinese container ships B) Indian-flagged tankers C) Three Iranian oil tankers carrying five million barrels of crude D) US ... Read more

Q1. In which Argentine city was David Nalbandian born on January 1, 1982? A. Buenos Aires B. Unquillo C. Cordoba D. Rosario Answer: B. Unquillo Q2. What is David Nalbandian's height? A. 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) B. 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in) C. 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in) D. 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in) Answer: A. 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) Q3. Which hand did Nalbandian use for his dominant playing style, paired with a two-handed backhand? A. Left-handed B. Right-handed C. Ambidextrous D. Switch-hitter Answer: B. Right-handed

Q1. What is Jo-Wilfried Tsonga's date of birth? A. 17 April 1984 B. 17 April 1985 C. 17 April 1986 D. 17 April 1987 Answer: B. 17 April 1985 Q2. In which French city was Jo-Wilfried Tsonga born? A. Paris B. Lyon C. Le Mans D. Marseille Answer: C. Le Mans Q3. What is Jo-Wilfried Tsonga's height? A. 1.83 m (6 ft 0 in) B. 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in) C. 1.93 m (6 ft 4 in) D. 1.78 m (5 ft 10 in) Answer: B. 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in)

Indian Polity (15 Questions) 1. Which Constitutional Amendment Bill was introduced in the Lok Sabha on April 16, 2026, during the special session of Parliament? A) Constitution (130th Amendment) Bill B) Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill C) Constitution (132nd Amendment) Bill D) Constitution (133rd Amendment) Bill Answer: B. Explanation: The Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, was introduced to facilitate the increase in Lok Sabha seats and enable implementation of the women’s reservation law. 2. What is the proposed increase in the strength of the Lok Sabha as per the bills introduced on April 16, 2026? A) From 543 to 700 B) ... Read more

Q1. What was Laurence Doherty's full birth name? A. Reginald Frank Doherty B. Hugh Laurence Doherty C. William Laurence Doherty D. Arthur Laurence Doherty Answer: B. Hugh Laurence Doherty Q2. In which year was Laurence Doherty born? A. 1872 B. 1873 C. 1875 D. 1880 Answer: C. 1875 Q3. Where was Laurence Doherty born? A. Broadstairs, Kent B. Wimbledon, London C. Cambridge, England D. New York, USA Answer: B. Wimbledon, London

Q1. What was Jean Borotra's nickname, inspired by his energetic and acrobatic playing style? A. The Flying Frenchman B. The Bounding Basque C. The Elegant Parisian D. The Net King of Europe Answer: B. The Bounding Basque Q2. In which year was Jean Borotra born? A. 1898 B. 1895 C. 1901 D. 1905 Answer: A. 1898 Q3. Where was Jean Borotra born? A. Paris, France B. Biarritz, France C. Lyon, France D. Marseille, France Answer: B. Biarritz, France

Geopolitics & World News-India (Questions 1-10) Q1. Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with US President Donald Trump on 15 April 2026 primarily discussing: A) Climate change only B) Iran war developments and expanding India-US trade C) WTO reforms D) SAARC revival Correct Answer: B) Iran war developments and expanding India-US trade Explanation: The call focused on the ongoing Middle East crisis and bilateral economic cooperation. Q2. The US naval blockade of Iranian ports (entering its third day on 15 April 2026) involves enforcement by: A) Over 10,000 US troops, warships and aircraft B) Only economic sanctions C) UN peacekeeping ... Read more