Category: Current Affairs

Geopolitics (Questions 1-5) 1. At the Munich Security Conference on February 13, 2026, French President Emmanuel Macron urged Europe to become what? A) A military superpower B) A geopolitical power C) An economic union D) A cultural hub Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Macron emphasized Europe's need to assert itself as a geopolitical power, including reassessing its nuclear deterrent against Russia. 2. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, en route to the Munich Security Conference, described the current global situation as entering a what? A) Time of alliances B) Period of economic recovery C) New era in geopolitics D) Phase of ... Read more

Geopolitics (Questions 1-8) Q1. Which U.S. President met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on February 12, 2026, to discuss potential strikes on Iran's nuclear and missile facilities? A) Joe Biden B) Donald Trump C) Barack Obama D) George W. Bush Correct Answer: B. Donald Trump Explanation: The meeting focused on Iran's ballistic missile program, with Netanyahu pushing for U.S. action amid threats of regional war. Q2. On February 12, 2026, NATO announced the launch of which mission to counter Russian and Chinese ambitions in the Arctic? A) Arctic Shield B) Northern Guard C) Arctic Sentry D) Polar Defense Correct ... Read more

Geopolitics Q1. Which country did the U.S. affirm its commitment to in response to rising European security concerns on February 10, 2026? A) Russia B) Ukraine C) NATO allies D) Iran Correct Answer: C. Explanation: Reports highlighted the U.S. affirming commitment to NATO amid high regional tensions with Iran and Russia. Q2. What initiative was highlighted as a U.S.-led effort to secure global silicon supply chains on February 10, 2026? A) Pax Americana B) Pax Silica C) Silicon Alliance D) Tech Shield Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Pax Silica aims to cut reliance on China in tech competition, involving several countries ... Read more

Geopolitics (Questions 1-8) Q1. What was the key development in US-Iran relations on February 9, 2026? A) US imposed new sanctions on Iran B) Iran agreed to dilute enriched uranium in exchange for sanctions relief C) US conducted airstrikes on Iranian targets D) Iran launched a new missile test Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Iranian officials signaled willingness to reduce uranium enrichment from 60% to 20% for full sanctions relief, amid indirect talks. Q2. Which country did Iranian Supreme National Security Council Secretary Ali Larijani visit on February 10, following discussions on nuclear concessions? A) Saudi Arabia B) Qatar C) Oman ... Read more

Geopolitics (Questions 1-8) Q1. Which country rejected a U.S. military build-up while expressing readiness for nuclear-focused talks on February 8, 2026? A) Russia B) Iran C) Syria D) Ukraine Correct Answer: B. Iran Explanation: Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian called for U.S. respect amid preparations for nuclear negotiations, rejecting regional military escalation amid ongoing tensions. Q2. What major agreement was signed between Syria and Saudi Arabia on February 8, 2026? A) Defense pact B) Nuclear cooperation C) Mega strategic agreements worth $5.3 billion D) Trade embargo lift Correct Answer: C. Mega strategic agreements worth $5.3 billion Explanation: The agreements cover key ... Read more

Geopolitics Q1. On February 7, 2026, indirect talks between the US and Iran concluded in which country, amid discussions on nuclear issues? A) Oman B) Qatar C) UAE D) Saudi Arabia Correct Answer: A. Explanation: Iranian state media reported the conclusion of nuclear negotiations with the US in Oman, marking a potential step in easing tensions. Q2. Which terrorist group claimed responsibility for the suicide bombing at a mosque in Islamabad on February 7, 2026, that killed at least 31 people? A) Al-Qaeda B) Islamic State C) Taliban D) Lashkar-e-Taiba Correct Answer: B. Explanation: The Islamic State claimed the attack, ... Read more

Geopolitics (Questions 1-10) Q1. Which country hosted the indirect nuclear talks between the U.S. and Iran on February 6, 2026? A) Oman B) UAE C) Qatar D) Saudi Arabia Correct Answer: A. Oman Explanation: U.S. and Iranian officials held indirect talks in Oman amid escalating tensions, with no constructive agreements reached. Q2. What was the outcome of the Russia-Ukraine peace talks held in Abu Dhabi as reported on February 6, 2026? A) Full ceasefire agreement B) Modest progress on territory issues C) No progress at all D) Withdrawal of Russian troops Correct Answer: B. Modest progress on territory issues Explanation: ... Read more

Geopolitics (Questions 1-8) Q1. Which country experienced severe flooding due to Storm Leonardo on February 5, 2026, leading to the evacuation of around 200 residents? A) Spain B) Portugal C) Italy D) France Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Storm Leonardo battered the Iberian Peninsula, causing floods in central Portugal. Q2. On February 5, 2026, Russia and Ukraine exchanged how many troops each in a US-brokered prisoner swap in Abu Dhabi? A) 100 B) 150 C) 157 D) 314 Correct Answer: C. Explanation: This exchange was part of ongoing trilateral peace talks involving the US. Q3. Israeli strikes in Gaza on February ... Read more

Geopolitics (Questions 1-7) Q1. In the context of US-India relations on February 4, 2026, what tariff rate did the US reduce for Indian goods? A) From 50% to 18% B) From 25% to 10% C) From 18% to 0% D) No change in tariffs Correct Answer: A. Explanation: The US slashed tariffs from 50% to 18% on Indian imports, easing trade tensions. Q2. What did President Trump claim about India's oil purchases in the February 4, 2026, trade deal announcement? A) India will buy oil only from the US B) India will increase Russian oil imports C) India will stop ... Read more

Geopolitics (Questions 1-10) Q1. On February 3, 2026, the US military shot down an Iranian drone approaching which aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea? A) USS Dwight D. Eisenhower B) USS Abraham Lincoln C) USS Gerald R. Ford D) USS Nimitz Correct Answer: B. Explanation: The incident heightened US-Iran tensions, with the drone deemed a threat to the carrier group. Q2. Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure on February 3, 2026, involving over 450 drones and 70 missiles. What type of hypersonic missile was reportedly used? A) Kinzhal B) Kalibr C) Iskander D) Zircon Correct Answer: D. ... Read more