Author: Mauvin Sequeira

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-12)

1. What significant development occurred in the 2026 Iran-Israel tensions on or around 8 June 2026?
A) Iran and Israel signed a permanent ceasefire brokered by the UN
B) Israel conducted strikes on Iranian military sites, with explosions reported in multiple cities; Netanyahu paused strikes on Iran at Trump’s request but continued operations related to Lebanon
C) The US directly intervened militarily in support of Israel
D) Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz without conditions
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Reports indicate Israeli strikes on western/central Iran (e.g., Isfahan, Tehran) and Iranian responses, amid ongoing regional crisis involving proxies like Houthis and Lebanon. This marks a notable escalation post-April ceasefire.

2. Regarding the Strait of Hormuz crisis in June 2026, what did Iran’s ambassador to Russia state?
A) The strait would remain closed indefinitely
B) Oman had taken full control of the strait
C) It would reopen with new conditions, including transit fees set by Iran and Oman
D) All oil shipments would be rerouted via pipelines
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: The statement highlights Iran’s leverage over global energy routes amid tensions.

3. In the Sudanese civil war context (8 June 2026), what did a U.S.-led coalition endorse?
A) Military intervention by Western powers
B) A civilian-led political dialogue facilitated by AU, Arab League, EU, IGAD, and UN
C) Partition of Sudan into two states
D) Sanctions only on the Rapid Support Forces
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: This aims to end the prolonged conflict through inclusive talks.

Geopolitics & World News (Questions 1-10)

1. On 7 June 2026, parliamentary elections were held in which country, with incumbent PM Nikol Pashinyan’s Civil Contract party leading according to early results/exit polls?
A) Azerbaijan
B) Armenia
C) Georgia
D) Moldova
Correct Answer: B) Armenia
Explanation: Armenia’s parliamentary elections on 7 June 2026 saw Pashinyan’s pro-Western shift party leading, impacting South Caucasus geopolitics, peace with Azerbaijan, and relations with Russia/EU.

2. What ongoing regional conflict, linked to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, contributed to the second LPG price hike in India in three months as of June 2026?
A) Russia-Ukraine war
B) Israel-Hamas conflict
C) US-Israel operations against Iran (2026 Iran war)
D) South China Sea tensions
Correct Answer: C) US-Israel operations against Iran (2026 Iran war)
Explanation: The conflict starting February 2026 caused energy volatility, affecting global oil/LPG prices and Indian imports.

3. Recent US-Iran exchanges in June 2026 involved the US shooting down Iranian attacks toward which areas?
A) Israel only
B) Gulf allies and Strait of Hormuz
C) Europe
D) East Asia
Correct Answer: B) Gulf allies and Strait of Hormuz
Explanation: This tests the shaky ceasefire amid broader Middle East tensions impacting global energy security.

Geopolitics & International Relations (Questions 1-8)

Q1. What was the theme of the Raisina Dialogue 2026?
A) Multipolar World Order
B) Sa?sk?ra – Assertion, Accommodation, Advancement
C) Global South Leadership
D) Indo-Pacific Security
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The 11th edition (March 2026) focused on civilizational identity, diversity, and collective progress. India hosted global leaders, emphasizing science diplomacy and UNSC aspirations.

Q2. India hosted which BRICS event in early June 2026?
A) BRICS Summit
B) BRICS Trade Ministers Meeting
C) 11th BRICS Foreign Policy Dialogue
D) BRICS Youth Forum
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Held in Delhi on/around 5 June 2026, focusing on future forecasting, resilience, innovation, and global challenges.

Q3. India lodged a diplomatic protest with Pakistan over planned elections in which region?
A) Balochistan
B) Gilgit-Baltistan
C) Azad Kashmir
D) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: India views Gilgit-Baltistan as integral to J&K and rejects any moves altering its status or legitimizing occupation.

Geopolitics & World News (Questions 1-10)

1. On 5 June 2026, regarding the 2026 Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, which group rejected the U.S.-brokered extension and called it a “farce”?
A) Hamas
B) Hezbollah
C) Houthis
D) Iranian Revolutionary Guard
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem rejected the deal, which sought zones banning Hezbollah operatives without full Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon. Israeli strikes continued despite the announcement.

2. What did Iranian military advisor Mohsen Rezaee state on 5 June 2026 about negotiations with the US amid the 2026 Iran war?
A) Negotiations are progressing rapidly
B) Iran has accepted all US conditions
C) Negotiations are in a “deadlock” and it is up to the US to end it
D) Talks have been suspended indefinitely
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Rezaee highlighted the deadlock in 2025–2026 Iran–United States negotiations.

3. Which country hosted the global observance of World Environment Day on 5 June 2026, with the theme focused on #NowForClimate / Climate Action?
A) India
B) Azerbaijan
C) Brazil
D) Germany
Correct Answer: B.