Author: Mauvin Sequeira

Q1. What is Tommy Haas's full birth name and exact date of birth? A. Thomas Mario Haas, born April 3, 1978 B. Tommy Peter Haas, born March 15, 1979 C. Thomas Haas, born June 12, 1977 D. Mario Haas, born April 3, 1980 Answer: A. Thomas Mario Haas, born April 3, 1978 Q2. In which German city was Tommy Haas born? A. Berlin B. Munich C. Hamburg D. Frankfurt Answer: C. Hamburg Q3. At what age did Tommy Haas begin playing tennis, initially using a wooden plank to hit balls against a wall? A. Two B. Four C. Six D. ... Read more

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-12) Q1. On April 22, 2026, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy took action in the Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing 2026 Iran war. What specific action was reported involving vessels? A) Sinking three oil tankers B) Seizing two vessels, with a third disabled off Iran's coast C) Escorting all ships through the strait safely D) Imposing a complete naval blockade on Qatar Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Iran's IRGC Navy seized two vessels (one India-bound) and disabled a third after attempts to cross the Strait of Hormuz. This escalated tensions despite the US ceasefire ... Read more

Q1. In which year was William Augustus Larned born? A. 1872 B. 1868 C. 1875 D. 1880 Answer: A. 1872 Q2. William Larned won a record-tying number of U.S. National Championships singles titles. How many did he win? A. 5 B. 6 C. 7 D. 8 Answer: C. 7 Q3. In which consecutive years did William Larned first win and then defend his U.S. National Championship title? A. 1899–1900 B. 1901–1902 C. 1905–1906 D. 1910–1911 Answer: B. 1901–1902

Q1. What is Petr Korda's birthdate and birthplace? A. 23 January 1968, Prague, Czechoslovakia B. 15 March 1970, Brno, Czechoslovakia C. 10 June 1967, Ostrava, Czechoslovakia D. 5 February 1969, Plzen, Czechoslovakia Answer: A. 23 January 1968, Prague, Czechoslovakia Q2. Which Grand Slam singles title did Petr Korda win, and in what year? A. 1998 Australian Open B. 1992 French Open C. 1997 Wimbledon D. 1993 US Open Answer: A. 1998 Australian Open Q3. In the 1998 Australian Open final, Petr Korda defeated Marcelo Ríos with what score? A. 6–4, 6–2, 7–6 B. 7–5, 6–4, 6–3 C. 4–6, 7–5, 6–3, ... Read more

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 Rios'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 Rios 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 Rios'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