Author: Mauvin Sequeira

Q1. In which year and place was Andres Iniesta born? A. 11 May 1984, Fuentealbilla, Spain B. 11 May 1985, Madrid, Spain C. 11 May 1983, Barcelona, Spain D. 11 May 1984, Albacete city, Spain Answer: A. 11 May 1984, Fuentealbilla, Spain Q2. At what age did Iniesta leave his hometown to join FC Barcelona’s La Masia youth academy? A. 10 B. 12 C. 14 D. 16 Answer: B. 12 Q3. What was Iniesta’s first competitive appearance for Barcelona’s senior team? A. 29 October 2002, UEFA Champions League vs Club Brugge B. 21 December 2002, La Liga vs Mallorca C. ... Read more

Geopolitics (Questions 1-9) 1. On 24 February 2026, which event marked the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, prompting a joint statement from the Presidents of the European Council, Commission and Parliament pledging €90 billion support for 2026-27? A) Start of Minsk Agreement talks B) Fourth anniversary of the invasion C) Signing of NATO-Ukraine accession protocol D) Ceasefire announcement in Donbas Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Russia’s invasion began on 24 February 2022. The EU leaders’ joint statement on 24 Feb 2026 stressed that “borders cannot be changed by force” and reaffirmed transatlantic solidarity with Ukraine. 2. As reported ... Read more

Q1. In which city and on what exact date was Xavi Hernández born? A. Barcelona, Spain – 25 January 1979 B. Terrassa, Spain – 25 January 1980 C. Madrid, Spain – 25 January 1981 D. Valencia, Spain – 25 January 1978 Answer: B. Terrassa, Spain – 25 January 1980 Q2. At what age did Xavi join FC Barcelona’s famous La Masia youth academy? A. 8 B. 10 C. 11 D. 16 Answer: C. 11 Q3. On what date and in which competition did Xavi make his first-team debut for Barcelona? A. 3 October 1998, La Liga vs Valencia B. 5 ... Read more

Q1. On what date and in which city was Lev Ivanovich Yashin born? A. 22 October 1929, Moscow, Soviet Union B. 15 November 1930, Leningrad, Soviet Union C. 10 September 1928, Kiev, Soviet Union D. 5 May 1932, Tbilisi, Soviet Union Answer: A. 22 October 1929, Moscow, Soviet Union Q2. Lev Yashin passed away on what date and at what age? A. 25 February 1989, aged 59 B. 15 April 1991, aged 61 C. 20 March 1990, aged 60 D. 10 December 1992, aged 63 Answer: C. 20 March 1990, aged 60 Q3. Which nickname did Lev Yashin earn during ... Read more

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-10) Q1. On 23 February 2026, India strongly condemned Pakistan’s airstrikes on which two Afghan provinces that resulted in civilian casualties, including women and children, during the holy month of Ramadan? A) Kandahar and Herat B) Nangarhar and Paktika C) Kabul and Jalalabad D) Kunduz and Balkh Correct Answer: B. Explanation: MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal termed the strikes an attempt by Pakistan to deflect from its internal challenges and reaffirmed India’s support for Afghan sovereignty. Q2. The Ministry of Home Affairs unveiled India’s first-ever comprehensive National Counter-Terrorism Policy and Strategy on 23 February 2026. What ... Read more

Q1. In which city and on what exact date was Gerd Muller born? A. Munich, 3 November 1944 B. Nordlingen, 3 November 1945 C. Wolfratshausen, 15 August 1945 D. Berlin, 1 January 1946 Answer: B. Nordlingen, 3 November 1945 Q2. What was Gerd Müller’s famous nickname that reflected his explosive goal-scoring ability? A. Der Kaiser B. Der Libero C. Der Bomber (or Bomber der Nation) D. Der Torjager Answer: C. Der Bomber (or Bomber der Nation) Q3. Which club did Gerd Muller join in 1964 after starting his senior career at TSV 1861 Nordlingen? A. Borussia Dortmund B. Bayern Munich ... Read more

Q1. What is Ruud Gullit's birth name? A. Rudolphus Gullit B. Rudi Dil C. Ruud van Basten D. George Gullit Answer: B. Rudi Dil Q2. On what date and in which city was Ruud Gullit born? A. 1 September 1962, Amsterdam B. 1 September 1962, Rotterdam C. 15 May 1963, Eindhoven D. 1 September 1961, Haarlem Answer: A. 1 September 1962, Amsterdam Q3. Which club did Ruud Gullit join as his first professional senior team in 1979? A. Feyenoord B. PSV Eindhoven C. HFC Haarlem D. AFC DWS Answer: C. HFC Haarlem

Geopolitics & International Relations (Questions 1-10) Q1. On 22 February 2026, India strongly condemned Pakistan’s airstrikes on Afghan territory that caused civilian casualties, including women and children, during Ramadan. The Ministry of External Affairs described the action as Pakistan attempting to: A) Strengthen bilateral ties with Afghanistan B) Externalise its internal failures C) Support counter-terrorism efforts in the region D) Fulfil UN Security Council resolutions Correct Answer: B. Explanation: MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that the strikes were “another attempt by Pakistan to externalise its internal failures” while reiterating India’s support for Afghanistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Q2. Which of ... Read more

Geopolitics & World News (Questions 1-12) Q1. On 21 February 2026, the Indian government stated it is studying the implications of a new U.S. global tariff measure. What is the temporary import surcharge rate now applicable to Indian goods entering the U.S.? A) 18% B) 15% C) 10% D) 5% Correct Answer: C. Explanation: Following the U.S. Supreme Court ruling striking down earlier country-specific tariffs, President Trump imposed a temporary 10% ad valorem surcharge effective 24 February 2026 for 150 days. India’s rate dropped from the previous 18% level under the interim trade agreement. Q2. Which U.S.-led initiative for resilient ... Read more

Q1. What is Ronaldinho's full birth name? A. Ronaldo de Assis Moreira B. Ronaldo Luis Nazario de Lima C. Ronaldo de Souza D. Roberto de Assis Moreira Answer: A. Ronaldo de Assis Moreira Q2. In which Brazilian city was Ronaldinho born on 21 March 1980? A. Rio de Janeiro B. Porto Alegre C. Sao Paulo D. Belo Horizonte Answer: B. Porto Alegre Q3. Why was he nicknamed "Ronaldinho" (Little Ronaldo) as a child? A. He was the youngest and smallest player in his youth teams B. He idolised Ronaldo Nazario C. His brother gave him the name D. It was ... Read more