Category: Current Affairs

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

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

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

Geopolitics & World News Involving India (Questions 1–10) Q1. On 20 February 2026, India signed an agreement to join which U.S.-led coalition aimed at building resilient supply chains for critical minerals, electronics and AI? A) Quad Critical Minerals Forum B) Pax Silica C) Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) Supply Chain Pillar D) Minerals Security Partnership (MSP) Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Pax Silica (signed by Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw with U.S. Under Secretary Jacob Helberg at the AI Impact Summit) counters China’s dominance in rare earth refining and economic coercion. Members include US, Canada, Japan, South Korea and EU. Q2. What is the ... Read more

Indian Polity (Questions 1-5) 1. The Election Commission of India on 18 February 2026 announced biennial elections to fill how many Rajya Sabha seats falling vacant in April 2026 across 10 states? (A) 27 (B) 37 (C) 47 (D) 57 Correct Answer: B. Explanation: The vacancies arise as terms of 37 members end in April 2026; polling is scheduled for 16 March 2026 with notification on 26 February. 2. Polling for the 37 Rajya Sabha seats announced on 18 February 2026 is scheduled on: (A) 5 March (B) 10 March (C) 16 March (D) 26 February Correct Answer: C. Explanation: ... Read more

Geopolitics & World News (Q1–10) Q1. On 17 February 2026, who led the US delegation for the second round of indirect nuclear talks with Iranian officials in Geneva? A) Mike Pompeo and John Bolton B) Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff C) Antony Blinken and Jake Sullivan D) Marco Rubio and Mike Waltz Correct Answer: B. Explanation: President Trump’s trusted envoys—son-in-law Jared Kushner and real-estate developer Steve Witkoff—held the talks focusing on Iran’s nuclear and missile programmes. Iran’s Foreign Minister termed the discussions as making “good progress”. Q2. On the same day in Geneva, the US delegation also engaged which two ... Read more

Indian Polity & Judiciary (1–9) Q1. On 16 February 2026, the Supreme Court referred a batch of petitions to a Constitution Bench concerning which provision of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023? A) Section 8(1)(j) of RTI Act (original) B) Section 44(3) of DPDP Act (amending RTI) C) Section 23 of DPDP Act D) Section 12 of RTI Act Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Section 44(3) imposes a blanket exemption on disclosure of “personal information” under RTI, even in larger public interest, which petitioners argue dismantles the right to know and transparency. Q2. The National Green Tribunal (NGT) on ... Read more

Geopolitics (Questions 1-10) Q1. According to the Geopolitics Markets Brief on February 15, 2026, what is the probability of US strikes on Iran by June 30? A) 30% B) 44% C) 50% D) 68% Correct Answer: B. Explanation: The brief highlighted US-Iran tensions with a 44% probability and high trading volume. Q2. Which Venezuelan leader's capture influenced leadership markets, boosting Delcy Rodríguez to 68% as per February 15 reports? A) Hugo Chavez B) Diosdado Cabello C) Juan Guaido D) Nicolas Maduro Correct Answer: D. Explanation: Post-Maduro capture, markets shifted toward Rodríguez amid oil discussions. Q3. At the Munich Security Conference ... Read more

Geopolitics (Questions 1-10) Q1 On February 14, 2026, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed the Munich Security Conference. What was the key message he conveyed regarding U.S.-Europe relations? A) The end of the transatlantic alliance B) The U.S. and Europe belong together despite tensions C) Withdrawal from NATO D) Increased tariffs on European goods Answer: B. The U.S. and Europe belong together despite tensions Explanation: Rubio reassured European allies that the Trump administration supports the transatlantic partnership, countering recent frictions like the Greenland dispute. Q2 Which country deployed a second aircraft carrier to West Asia amid tensions with Iran ... Read more