Category: Current Affairs

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-10) 1. What was the status of the US-Iran ceasefire as reported on May 5, 2026, amid the Strait of Hormuz crisis? A) Fully collapsed with major ground operations B) Holding despite recent attacks on UAE and incidents in the Strait of Hormuz C) Replaced by a new UN-brokered permanent treaty D) Extended indefinitely by mutual agreement Correct Answer: B. Explanation: US officials including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth noted the ceasefire was holding despite strains from attacks on UAE targets and Hormuz shipping incidents. 2. Which operation did President ... Read more

Geopolitics & World News (Questions 1-9) Q1. What is 'Operation Project Freedom' related to on 4 May 2026? A) US evacuation from Sudan B) US-led effort to escort merchant vessels through the Strait of Hormuz amid the Iran war C) NATO exercise in the Pacific D) Humanitarian aid to Ukraine Correct Answer: B. Explanation: US Central Command and allies, including Maersk-operated vessels, transited the Strait of Hormuz with naval escorts as part of efforts to restore navigation during the 2026 Iran war crisis. Q2. Which country reported intercepting Iranian missiles on 4 May 2026? A) Saudi Arabia B) Israel C) ... Read more

Geopolitics & International Relations (Questions 1-8) Q1. On May 2-3, 2026, what was the key element of Iran's latest peace proposal to the US regarding the Strait of Hormuz? A) Permanent closure to US-allied ships B) Reopening shipping in exchange for ending the US blockade C) Imposing a permanent toll only on Chinese vessels D) Full demilitarization of the strait under UN control Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Iranian proposals included reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ending the US blockade, with nuclear talks deferred. Trump expressed skepticism but was reviewing it. Q2. US President Donald Trump warned of restarting strikes ... Read more

Geopolitics & World News (Questions 1-10) Q1. What is 'Project Freedom' announced by the US in relation to the Strait of Hormuz (around early May 2026)? A) A trade agreement with Iran B) US-led effort to escort/guide ships from non-conflict countries through the Strait amid Iran tensions C) A military alliance against China D) Humanitarian aid to Gaza Correct Answer: B. Explanation: President Trump announced US assistance to free/escort stranded ships in the Strait of Hormuz as a "humanitarian gesture" amid ongoing Iran-related tensions and ceasefire concerns. Iran has protested it as a violation. Q2. Which country issued warnings regarding ... Read more

Geopolitics & World News (Questions 1-8) Q1. On 1 May 2026, what action did US President Donald Trump take regarding Iran's proposal for negotiations to end the ongoing Iran war? A) Accepted it unconditionally B) Rejected it and threatened further action C) Referred it to the UN Security Council D) Signed a preliminary ceasefire agreement Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Trump rejected Iran's latest proposal (conveyed via Pakistan mediators) amid the 60-day War Powers Resolution deadline, stating dissatisfaction and warning of severe consequences if no suitable deal is reached. Q2. Which US aircraft carrier officially exited the Middle East region on ... Read more

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-12) Q1. On 30 April 2026, what significant action did US President Donald Trump take regarding the record-long government shutdown? A) Announced new tariffs on oil imports B) Signed a bill ending the 76-day Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown C) Declared a national emergency over the Iran conflict D) Lifted all sanctions on Iran Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Trump signed the House-passed bill funding DHS, Secret Service, Coast Guard, FEMA, TSA, and CISA, officially ending the longest shutdown in history for these agencies. This has implications for US border security and disaster response amid ... Read more

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-12) 1. Regarding the 2026 Iran war and Strait of Hormuz crisis, which of the following statements is correct? A) Iran has fully reopened the Strait of Hormuz following a complete ceasefire with the US. B) US President Donald Trump rejected an Iranian offer to end the closure of the Strait in exchange for lifting the naval blockade, insisting on nuclear program concessions. C) Pakistan has publicly mediated a breakthrough in US-Iran talks. D) The Japanese-flagged tanker Idemitsu Maru was the first to cross the Strait without any diplomatic efforts. Correct Answer: B. Explanation: On ... Read more

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-10) 1. What was Iran's proposal on 28 April 2026 regarding the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing tensions with the US? A) Complete closure of the strait until nuclear talks conclude B) Offer to reopen the strait in exchange for lifting the US naval blockade and suspending bombing threats C) Proposal for joint US-Iran control of the waterway D) Demand for immediate UN intervention without concessions Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Iran offered to end its control/disruption of the Strait of Hormuz if the US lifted its blockade of Iranian ports and suspended bombing threats, while ... Read more

Geopolitics & International Relations (Questions 1-10) Q1. On 27 April 2026, India and New Zealand were set to sign a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). What is a primary expected benefit for Indian exports under this deal? A) Complete duty-free access for all Indian exports to New Zealand B) 50% tariff reduction only on agricultural goods C) Exclusive access to New Zealand’s dairy market D) Joint currency mechanism for trade settlements Correct Answer: A. Explanation: The India-New Zealand FTA aims to boost trade and investment with provisions for 100% duty-free access on a significant portion of Indian exports, strengthening bilateral ties ... Read more

Geopolitics (Questions 1–10) Q1. On 26 April 2026, Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon killed 14 people and injured 37 amid accusations of ceasefire violations by both Israel and Hezbollah. What specific action did Israel take regarding southern Lebanon towns? A) Imposed a naval blockade B) Issued forced evacuation orders for seven towns north of the Litani River C) Announced full military withdrawal D) Signed a new bilateral peace treaty Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Reports confirmed evacuation warnings for towns north of the Litani River, escalating tensions in the 2026 Lebanon war ceasefire context. Q2. Which country’s Tuareg rebels reached an agreement ... Read more