Category: Current Affairs

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-12) Q1. On 3 April 2026, Iranian forces shot down a U.S. fighter jet in Iranian airspace during the ongoing 2026 Iran war. Which aircraft was downed? A. F-16 Fighting Falcon B. F-15E Strike Eagle C. F-35 Lightning II D. A-10 Thunderbolt II Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Iranian forces shot down a U.S. F-15E Strike Eagle; a search was launched for the crew (one rescued). This marked a significant escalation in the 2026 Iran war. Q2. During the 3 April 2026 developments in the 2026 Iran war, which U.S. aircraft crashed near the Strait of ... Read more

Geopolitics & World News Involving India (Questions 1-10) 1. On 1 April 2026 (reported prominently on 2 April), Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a special meeting of which committee to review India’s preparedness amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, including measures for petroleum products (LNG/LPG) and power supply? A. Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs B. Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) C. National Security Advisory Board D. Empowered Group of Ministers on Energy Security Correct Answer: B. Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) Explanation: The CCS reviewed inter-ministerial actions to ensure energy security and mitigate impacts of the US-Israel-Iran conflict on India’s ... Read more

Indian Polity & Governance (Questions 1-10) Q1. Which of the following statements is correct regarding the upcoming Census 2027? A) The first phase (Houselisting) begins on 1 April 2026 with digital self-enumeration B) Caste enumeration will be part of the first phase C) Delimitation of constituencies will be based on the 2011 Census data D) The exercise will not trigger any delimitation process Correct Answer: A. Explanation: The first phase of Census 2027 (Houselisting & Housing Census) starts 1 April 2026 with a 15-day self-enumeration window. Q2. In the context of the Harish Rana v. Union of India (2026) case, ... Read more

Geopolitics & World News – (Questions 1-12) 1. On 31 March 2026, US President Donald Trump indicated that the United States would exit the ongoing Iran war within how many weeks, even without a formal deal with Tehran? A) 1 week B) 2–3 weeks C) 4–6 weeks D) Indefinitely Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Trump stated the US could leave Iran in 2–3 weeks after neutralising key Iranian capabilities, signalling a potential end to the 2026 Iran conflict. 2. The 2026 Iran war has severely disrupted oil supplies through which critical waterway, leading to LPG shortages and rising energy costs in ... Read more

Geopolitics & International Relations (Questions 1-8) Q1. Which strait is currently in focus due to escalating US-Israel-Iran conflict, known as the “Gate of Tears” and linking the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and Indian Ocean? A) Strait of Hormuz B) Bab el-Mandeb Strait C) Malacca Strait D) Bering Strait Correct Answer: B. Explanation: The Bab el-Mandeb Strait’s strategic importance has increased amid West Asia tensions, affecting global shipping and energy routes to India. Q2. In the context of the West Asia crisis, what did Prime Minister Narendra Modi state on 30 March 2026? A) India supports military action ... Read more

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1–10) Q1. On 29 March 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Mann ki Baat address, stated that India is facing the challenges arising from the Israel-Iran conflict resolutely primarily because of: A) Domestic oil reserves alone B) Global relations, assistance from friendly countries, and capabilities built over the past decade C) Unilateral sanctions on West Asian nations D) Complete withdrawal from the Strait of Hormuz trade route Correct Answer: B. Explanation: PM Modi highlighted India’s diplomatic balancing and diversified energy partnerships amid the ongoing West Asia conflict (Day 29 of the war). Q2. India ... Read more

Geopolitics and World News (Questions 1-10) 1. Which massive anti-Trump protest movement, described as potentially one of the largest in US history, saw over 3,100 events and an estimated 9+ million participants on 28 March 2026? A) Black Lives Matter resurgence B) No Kings rallies C) Women’s March revival D) Climate Strike Global Correct Answer: B. Explanation: The “No Kings” protests on 28 March 2026 targeted Trump’s authoritarian style, hardline immigration policies, climate denial, diversity cuts, and the ongoing US-Israel war on Iran. Events spanned US cities, suburbs, rural areas. 2. On 28 March 2026, Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis carried out ... Read more

Geopolitics - (Questions 1-11) Q1. On 27 March 2026, which country granted passage through the Strait of Hormuz exclusively to “friendly nations” including India, Pakistan and three others amid the ongoing West Asia conflict? A) Saudi Arabia B) Iran C) United Arab Emirates D) Israel Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Iran allowed select friendly nations access to the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, which handles ~20% of global oil trade, to ease supply pressures on allies during the US-Israel-Iran conflict. Q2. What is the primary objective of Operation Urja Suraksha launched by the Indian Navy in response to developments in the ... Read more

Geopolitics & World News – (Questions 1-12) Q1. On 26 March 2026, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar responded to Opposition criticism regarding Pakistan's reported role in mediating between the US and Iran by calling Pakistan a: A) Strategic partner B) “Dalal” (broker) C) Neutral observer D) Peace initiator Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Jaishankar stated that Pakistan has played the role of a “dalal” in such matters since 1981, defending India's independent stand on the West Asia crisis. Q2. Which country classified India as a “friendly nation” and allowed safe commercial shipping passage through the Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing ... Read more

Geopolitics & World News – (Questions 1-12) Q1. On 25 March 2026, opposition parties staged a protest outside Parliament over a critical shortage of cooking gas. What was the primary trigger for this shortage? A) Domestic production halt B) War on Iran leading to blockage of the Strait of Hormuz C) Cyclone-induced port closures D) Railway strike affecting supply chains Correct Answer: B. Explanation: India imports over 40% of its crude through the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran blocked in retaliation during the US-Israel war, causing cascading shortages of cooking gas (LPG) and fuel. Q2. Indian police were deployed at ... Read more