Author: Mauvin Sequeira

Geopolitics & International Relations (Questions 1-10) Q1. On 27 April 2026, India and New Zealand were set to sign a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). What is a primary expected benefit for Indian exports under this deal? A) Complete duty-free access for all Indian exports to New Zealand B) 50% tariff reduction only on agricultural goods C) Exclusive access to New Zealand’s dairy market D) Joint currency mechanism for trade settlements Correct Answer: A. Explanation: The India-New Zealand FTA aims to boost trade and investment with provisions for 100% duty-free access on a significant portion of Indian exports, strengthening bilateral ties ... Read more

Q1. In which year was Richard Krajicek born? A. 1969 B. 1971 C. 1973 D. 1975 Answer: B. 1971 Q2. What is Richard Krajicek's nationality? A. Dutch B. Czech C. American D. German Answer: A. Dutch Q3. Where was Richard Krajicek born? A. The Hague B. Amsterdam C. Rotterdam D. Muiderberg Answer: C. Rotterdam

Q1. Where and when was Anthony Wilding born? A. Sydney, Australia in 1885 B. Christchurch, New Zealand on 31 October 1883 C. London, England in 1880 D. Johannesburg, South Africa in 1887 Answer: B. Christchurch, New Zealand on 31 October 1883 Q2. What was Anthony Wilding's full name? A. Anthony Frederick Wilding B. Alfred Frederick Wilding C. Arthur Thomas Wilding D. Alexander James Wilding Answer: A. Anthony Frederick Wilding Q3. Which country did Anthony Wilding represent in international tennis competitions? A. Australia B. Great Britain C. New Zealand D. South Africa Answer: C. New Zealand

Geopolitics (Questions 1–10) Q1. On 26 April 2026, Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon killed 14 people and injured 37 amid accusations of ceasefire violations by both Israel and Hezbollah. What specific action did Israel take regarding southern Lebanon towns? A) Imposed a naval blockade B) Issued forced evacuation orders for seven towns north of the Litani River C) Announced full military withdrawal D) Signed a new bilateral peace treaty Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Reports confirmed evacuation warnings for towns north of the Litani River, escalating tensions in the 2026 Lebanon war ceasefire context. Q2. Which country’s Tuareg rebels reached an agreement ... Read more

Geopolitics & World News (Questions 1-10) 1. On 25 April 2026, US President Donald Trump announced the cancellation of a diplomatic trip to Pakistan for Iran peace talks. What was the primary reason cited? A) Security concerns following a shooting incident B) Iran’s Foreign Minister leaving Islamabad prematurely C) Israel resuming strikes in Lebanon D) Collapse of ceasefire negotiations in the Strait of Hormuz Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Reports indicated that Iran's top diplomat Abbas Araghchi departed before the US delegation arrived, leading Trump to cancel the trip and assert that the US "holds all the cards." This reflects ongoing ... Read more

Q1. In which year was Marin Cilic born? A. 1986 B. 1987 C. 1988 D. 1989 Answer: C. 1988 Q2. Where was Marin Cilic born? A. Zagreb, Croatia B. Medjugorje, Bosnia and Herzegovina C. Split, Croatia D. Monte Carlo, Monaco Answer: B. Medjugorje, Bosnia and Herzegovina Q3. What is Marin Cilic's height? A. 6'3" (191 cm) B. 6'4" (193 cm) C. 6'6" (198 cm) D. 6'8" (203 cm) Answer: C. 6'6" (198 cm)

Geopolitics & World News (Questions 1-12) 1. What significant diplomatic move did Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announce on 24 April 2026 amid ongoing ceasefire talks with the US? A) Resignation from his post B) A three-nation tour to Pakistan, Russia, and Oman C) Immediate closure of the Strait of Hormuz D) Bilateral talks directly with Israel Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Araghchi's visit was part of efforts to revive stalled US-Iran peace talks, with US envoys heading to Pakistan. This highlights shuttle diplomacy in the 2026 Iran war context. 2. The US deployed the USS George H. W. Bush to ... Read more

Q1. What is Casper Ruud's date of birth? A. 22 December 1997 B. 22 December 1998 C. 15 March 1999 D. 10 January 2000 Answer: B. 22 December 1998 Q2. In which Norwegian city was Casper Ruud born? A. Bergen B. Trondheim C. Oslo D. Stavanger Answer: C. Oslo Q3. Who serves as Casper Ruud's primary coach? A. Rafael Nadal B. Christian Ruud (his father) C. Pedro Clar D. Joachim Bjerke Answer: B. Christian Ruud (his father)

Q1. What is the birth date and birthplace of Spanish tennis player Alex Corretja? A. 11 April 1974, Barcelona, Spain B. 15 May 1975, Madrid, Spain C. 22 June 1973, Valencia, Spain D. 8 March 1976, Seville, Spain Answer: A. 11 April 1974, Barcelona, Spain Q2. What is Alex Corretja’s career-high singles ranking and the date he achieved it? A. World No. 1 on 1 January 1999 B. World No. 2 on 1 February 1999 C. World No. 3 on 1 March 1998 D. World No. 4 on 1 April 2000 Answer: B. World No. 2 on 1 February 1999 ... Read more

Geopolitics & World News (Questions 1-12) Q1. What significant action did Iran take on 23 April 2026 regarding the Strait of Hormuz? A) Fully reopened the strait without conditions B) Imposed and collected tolls on transiting ships for the first time C) Signed a permanent peace deal with the US D) Allowed unrestricted US naval passage Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Iran announced it had collected the first revenue from tolls on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, asserting control amid the ongoing crisis and US blockade. This has implications for global energy security and oil prices. Q2. In the ... Read more