Author: Mauvin Sequeira

Q1. What was Fernando Peyroteo's full name? A. Fernando Baptista de Seixas Peyroteo B. Fernando Baptista de Seixas Peyroteo de Vasconcelos C. Fernando Peyroteo de Vasconcelos D. Fernando Seixas Peyroteo Baptista Answer: B. Fernando Baptista de Seixas Peyroteo de Vasconcelos Q2. In which country was Fernando Peyroteo born? A. Portugal B. Mozambique C. Angola D. Brazil Answer: C. Angola Q3. On what date was Fernando Peyroteo born? A. 10 March 1918 B. 28 November 1918 C. 10 March 1920 D. 28 November 1920 Answer: A. 10 March 1918

Geopolitics (Questions 1-10) Q1. On January 20, 2026, President Donald Trump intensified demands for control over Greenland, linking it to which personal grievance? A) Losing the 2024 election B) Not winning the Nobel Peace Prize C) Trade imbalances with China D) NATO funding disputes Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Trump texted Norway's PM, associating his Greenland push with frustration over not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize. Q2. Which European leader criticized Trump's tariff threats over Greenland as "unacceptable" during the Davos WEF on January 20, 2026? A) Ursula von der Leyen B) Olaf Scholz C) Emmanuel Macron D) Mark Carney Correct ... Read more

Q1. In which city was Frank Rijkaard born? A. Rotterdam B. Amsterdam C. The Hague D. Utrecht Answer: B. Amsterdam Q2. What is Frank Rijkaard's primary playing position? A. Striker B. Winger C. Defensive midfielder D. Goalkeeper Answer: C. Defensive midfielder Q3. At what age did Frank Rijkaard make his senior debut for Ajax? A. 16 B. 17 C. 18 D. 19 Answer: B. 17

Q1. What is Luis Figo's full name? A. Luis Filipe Madeira Caeiro Figo B. Luis Miguel Figo Madeira C. Luis Fernando Figo Caeiro D. Luis Antonio Figo Silva Answer: A. Luis Filipe Madeira Caeiro Figo Q2. In which year was Luis Figo born? A. 1969 B. 1970 C. 1972 D. 1974 Answer: C. 1972 Q3. Luis Figo was born in which Portuguese city or region? A. Lisbon B. Porto C. Coimbra D. Almada Answer: D. Almada

Geopolitics & World News Involving India (Questions 1-10) Q1. On 19 January 2026, heavy fighting was reported in northeastern Syria despite a ceasefire. Which forces were primarily involved in capturing towns like Ayn Issa and Sarrin? A) Islamic State militants B) Syrian Army C) Turkish-backed forces D) US-led coalition Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Syrian government forces advanced against the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), capturing key towns amid ongoing clashes. Q2. Reports on 19 January 2026 indicated a potential prison break involving Islamic State fighters in Syria. In which governorate was the affected prison located? A) Al-Hasakah B) Aleppo C) ... Read more

Q1. What is the full name of the footballer commonly known as Raul? A. Raul Gonzalez Perez B. Raul Blanco Gonzalez C. Raul Gonzalez Blanco D. Raul Fernandez Blanco Answer: C. Raul Gonzalez Blanco Q2. On which date was Raul Gonzalez Blanco born? A. June 27, 1977 B. July 27, 1977 C. June 26, 1978 D. July 26, 1976 Answer: A. June 27, 1977 Q3. In which Madrid suburb was Raul born? A. Chamberi B. San Cristobal de los Angeles C. Vallecas D. Chamartin Answer: B. San Cristobal de los Angeles

Q1. In which city was Michael Laudrup born? A. Copenhagen B. Frederiksberg C. Brondby D. Vienna Answer: B. Frederiksberg Q2. What is Michael Laudrup's primary playing position? A. Goalkeeper B. Centre-back C. Attacking midfielder D. Striker Answer: C. Attacking midfielder Q3. Which club did Michael Laudrup start his professional career with in 1981? A. Kjobenhavns Boldklub (KB) B. Brondby IF C. Ajax D. Lazio Answer: A. Kjobenhavns Boldklub (KB)

Geopolitics (Questions 1-10) Q1. On 18 January 2026, US President Donald Trump imposed tariffs on which group of countries in relation to his push for acquiring Greenland? A) BRICS nations B) Eight European NATO allies including Denmark and France C) ASEAN members D) African Union countries Correct Answer: B Explanation: Trump announced 10% tariffs (escalating to 25%) on eight European nations supporting Greenland's sovereignty, citing national security needs. Q2. What was the primary reason cited by President Trump for imposing tariffs on European countries on 18 January 2026? A) Trade imbalance B) Climate change disputes C) Resistance to US acquisition ... Read more

Geopolitics & World News Involving India (Questions 1-11) Q1. On 17 January 2026, which country was reported to be facing widespread protests and a severe crackdown, leading to several Indians returning home via commercial flights? A) Ukraine B) Iran C) Venezuela D) Gaza Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Amid ongoing protests in Iran with over 2,500 reported deaths due to the crackdown, several Indian students and citizens returned to New Delhi on commercial flights. Q2. Which initiative by US President Donald Trump invited India to participate on 17 January 2026, related to overseeing post-ceasefire steps in Gaza? A) Board of Peace ... Read more

Q1. What was Franco Baresi's birth name? A. Francesco Baresi B. Franchino Baresi C. Franco Giuseppe Baresi D. Francesco Franchino Baresi Answer: B. Franchino Baresi Q2. In which year was Franco Baresi born? A. 1958 B. 1959 C. 1960 D. 1961 Answer: C. 1960 Q3. Franco Baresi spent his entire 20-year professional club career with which team? A. Inter Milan B. Juventus C. AC Milan D. AS Roma Answer: C. AC Milan