Author: Mauvin Sequeira

Indian Polity (Questions 1-11) Q1. National Civil Services Day is observed every year on 21 April to commemorate which historical event? A) Birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel B) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s 1947 address to probationers of the first batch of Indian Administrative Service calling civil servants the “steel frame of India” C) Formation of the All India Services under the Government of India Act 1935 D) Launch of the Civil Services Examination by UPSC in 1979 Answer: B. Explanation: 21 April marks the day Sardar Patel addressed the first batch of IAS probationers in 1947, emphasising the role of ... Read more

Q1. What is Tom Okker's full birth name and exact date of birth? A. Thomas Samuel Okker, born 22 February 1944 B. Tom Okker, born 15 March 1945 C. Thomas Okker, born 10 January 1943 D. Samuel Okker, born 22 February 1945 Answer: A. Thomas Samuel Okker, born 22 February 1944 Q2. By which nickname was Tom Okker widely known due to his exceptional speed and agility on the court? A. The Dutch Destroyer B. The Flying Dutchman C. The Amsterdam Ace D. The Clay King Answer: B. The Flying Dutchman Q3. In which city and country was Tom Okker ... Read more

Q1. What was Budge Patty's full birth name? A. John Edward "Budge" Patty B. William Edward Patty C. Robert John Patty D. Edward Francis Patty Answer: A. John Edward "Budge" Patty Q2. In which U.S. city was Budge Patty born on February 11, 1924? A. Los Angeles, California B. Fort Smith, Arkansas C. New York City, New York D. Chicago, Illinois Answer: B. Fort Smith, Arkansas Q3. At what age did Budge Patty's family move to Los Angeles, where he learned to play tennis? A. Two B. Four C. Six D. Eight Answer: B. Four

Geopolitics and International Relations (Questions 1-9) Q1. Which country’s President visited India in April 2026, during which four MoUs were signed on shipbuilding skills, MSME cooperation, sports & culture, and economic security dialogue? A) Japan B) South Korea C) Germany D) Australia Answer: B. Explanation: South Korean President Lee Jae-myung’s state visit elevated bilateral ties, aiming to double trade and launch a ‘digital bridge’. This reflects India’s multi-alignment strategy in the Indo-Pacific. Q2. India expressed deep concern over attacks on merchant vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, with Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri raising the issue with which country? A) Israel ... Read more

Q1. What is Marcelo Ríos's nationality and birthplace? A. Argentine, Buenos Aires B. Chilean, Santiago C. Spanish, Madrid D. Brazilian, Rio de Janeiro Answer: B. Chilean, Santiago Q2. On what exact date was Marcelo Ríos born? A. 26 December 1975 B. 15 March 1976 C. 10 January 1974 D. 5 November 1977 Answer: A. 26 December 1975 Q3. What is Marcelo Ríos's height? A. 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in) B. 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in) C. 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) D. 1.70 m (5 ft 7 in) Answer: B. 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)

Q1. What is the nationality of former professional tennis player Miloslav Mecir? A. Czech B. Slovak C. Hungarian D. Polish Answer: B. Slovak Q2. In which year was Miloslav Mecir born? A. 1964 B. 1965 C. 1966 D. 1968 Answer: A. 1964 Q3. What nickname was Miloslav Mecir commonly known by, reflecting his graceful court coverage and movement? A. The Magician B. The Big Cat C. The Wall D. The Rocket Answer: B. The Big Cat

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