Geopolitics (Questions 1-7)
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 but excluding the EU and Canada.
Q3. On February 10, 2026, what was reported about Iran’s nuclear facility in Isfahan?
A) It was opened for inspections
B) It was dismantled
C) All access points were sealed
D) It received international funding
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Iran sealed the facility, preparing for potential U.S. attacks amid ongoing nuclear diplomacy.
Q4. Which country halted oil supplies to Cuba on February 10, 2026, exacerbating Havana’s energy crisis?
A) Russia
B) Venezuela
C) Mexico
D) Saudi Arabia
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Mexico’s halt in oil supply worsened Cuba’s crisis, amid U.S. blockade pressures.
Q5. What was the focus of the APEC 2026 First Senior Officials’ Meeting in Guangzhou on February 10, 2026?
A) Climate change
B) Regional cooperation and Asia-Pacific community
C) Military alliances
D) Currency reforms
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized upholding an Asia-Pacific community and opening new cooperation chapters.
Q6. On February 10, 2026, what did Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu push for in talks with U.S. President Trump?
A) Strikes on Iran’s nuclear program
B) Peace with Palestine
C) Aid to Ukraine
D) Trade with China
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Netanyahu urged a tougher U.S. stance on Iran’s nuclear and missile programs.
Q7. Which terrorist group claimed responsibility for an attack on Diori Hamani International Airport in Niamey, Niger, around February 10, 2026?
A) Al-Qaeda
B) ISIS-Sahel
C) Boko Haram
D) Taliban
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: ISIS-Sahel claimed the attack, highlighting ongoing instability in the region.
World News India (Questions 8 – 15)
Q8. What was the main concern raised by Indian farmers regarding the U.S.-India interim trade deal announced around February 10, 2026?
A) Increased tariffs on Indian goods
B) Reduced oil imports
C) Loss of tech exports
D) Impact on domestic agriculture, especially soybeans
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: The deal reduces tariffs on U.S. products like DDGs and soybeans, causing anxiety among Madhya Pradesh farmers.
Q9. On February 10, 2026, what did India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri state about oil imports?
A) They will stop from Russia
B) Increase from the U.S.
C) Guided by national interests
D) Ban on Venezuelan oil
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Misri emphasized national interests amid U.S. claims India would cut Russian oil imports.
Q10. Which organization confirmed the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup match on February 15, 2026?
A) ICC
B) PCB
C) BCCI
D) FIFA
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: ICC confirmed the match despite initial Pakistan boycott threats.
Q11. What action did the Bharatiya Kisan Union announce against the India-U.S. trade deal on February 10, 2026?
A) Nationwide strikes
B) Burning effigies of Modi and Trump
C) Supporting the deal
D) Export boycotts
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: BKU protested the deal’s adverse impact on farmers.
Q12. In the U.S.-India trade deal, what tariff did the U.S. remove on Indian imports effective February 7, 2026?
A) 10%
B) 18%
C) 25%
D) 37%
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: The 25% duty tied to India’s Russian oil purchases was eliminated.
Q13. What scam did the Enforcement Directorate register a money laundering case for on February 10, 2026?
A) Tirupati laddu ghee adulteration
B) Bank fraud
C) Stock market manipulation
D) Real estate scam
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Linked to adulteration in Tirumala temple’s laddu prasadam.
Q14. Which NCP leader was hospitalized due to chest congestion on February 10, 2026?
A) Ajit Pawar
B) Sharad Pawar
C) Supriya Sule
D) Devendra Fadnavis
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Sharad Pawar was admitted in Pune, condition stable.
Q15. What was the Supreme Court’s directive on missing children in India on February 10, 2026?
A) Ignore the issue
B) Increase funding for orphanages
C) Close all cases
D) Probe possible networks behind disappearances
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: SC directed the Centre to investigate disappearances.
Indian Polity (Questions 16 – 23)
Q16. Which Lok Sabha Speaker faced a no-confidence motion from the Opposition on February 10, 2026?
A) Sumitra Mahajan
B) Manohar Joshi
C) Meira Kumar
D) Om Birla
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Led by Congress, alleging partisan conduct.
Q17. What did Congress women MPs complain about to the Lok Sabha Speaker on February 10, 2026?
A) Budget cuts
B) Election delays
C) PM’s absence during Motion of Thanks
D) Foreign policy
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Attributed to ‘fear’ of Opposition.
Q18. In the Baba Siddique murder case, how many accused were charged on February 10, 2026?
A) 10
B) 27
C) 15
D) 5
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Special court framed charges under MCOCA and BNS.
Q19. What was the PMO’s stance on questions about PM CARES fund in Lok Sabha on February 10, 2026?
A) Fully admissible
B) Public audit
C) Partial disclosure
D) No questions admissible
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: PMO cited reasons for inadmissibility.
Q20. Which bill was criticized by BKU as targeted against farmers on February 10, 2026?
A) Farm Laws
B) CAA
C) GST Bill
D) Seeds Bill and Electricity Amendment Bill
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Part of recent policy announcements.
Q21. What electoral issue was highlighted in Assam’s final voter list on February 10, 2026?
A) Addition of 2.43 lakh names
B) Deletion of 2.43 lakh names
C) No changes
D) Digital voting
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: After Special Revision.
Q22. Which Opposition alliance considered the no-confidence motion against the Speaker?
A) NDA
B) INDIA
C) Congress
D) BJP
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Alleging partisan approach in Lok Sabha proceedings.
Q23. What was the Supreme Court’s action on curbs at Madurai dargah on February 10, 2026?
A) Approved curbs
B) Rejected plea against curbs
C) Removed all curbs
D) Imposed new curbs
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: On prayer restrictions.
Sports (Questions 24 – 26)
Q24. Which team won against West Ham United in the Premier League on February 10, 2026?
A) Manchester United
B) Liverpool
C) Arsenal
D) Chelsea
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Highlights from Matchweek 26.
Q25. Who won silver in slopestyle at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics on February 10, 2026?
A) Ilia Malinin
B) Alex Hall
C) Jaelin Kauf
D) Katie Pham
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Part of Team USA’s Day 4 highlights.
Q26. Which veteran pitcher signed a 1-year, $13M contract with the Tigers on February 10, 2026?
A) Justin Verlander
B) Max Scherzer
C) Clayton Kershaw
D) Gerrit Cole
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: ESPN latest sports news.
Arts (Question 27)
Q27. Who are the headliners for the Suenos Music Festival 2026 announced on February 10, 2026?
A) Taylor Swift and Beyonce
B) Bad Bunny and Shakira
C) Fuerza Regida, J Balvin, and Kali Uchis
D) Drake and Rihanna
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Latin music festival in Grant Park.
Education (Question 28)
Q28. What was the focus of the U.S. Department of Education’s proposed rule on February 10, 2026?
A) Undergraduate loans
B) Teacher salaries
C) School uniforms
D) Graduate loan limits and professional degrees
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Implementing new federal loan limits under OBBB.
Literature (Question 29)
Q29. Which author released “The Blood Countess” on February 10, 2026?
A) Shelley Puhak
B) Tayari Jones
C) Allegra Goodman
D) Jonathan Miles
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: A biography exploring Elizabeth Bathory’s history.
