Geopolitics (Questions 1-8)
Q1. Which country experienced escalating protests on January 10, 2026, with reports of over 65 deaths and widespread internet blackout?
A) Syria
B) Iran
C) Venezuela
D) Myanmar
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Nationwide protests in Iran intensified, triggered by economic issues like inflation, leading to a severe crackdown and internet restrictions.
Q2. On January 10, 2026, the US military conducted airstrikes under Operation Hawkeye Strike targeting which group in Syria?
A) Allied Democratic Forces
B) Taliban
C) Islamic State
D) Houthi rebels
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: The strikes targeted Islamic State positions, amid ongoing conflicts in the region including Aleppo clashes.
Q3. Myanmar held elections on January 10, 2026, which were criticized internationally as a sham. When did the military coup occur that led to these elections?
A) 2021
B) 2022
C) 2023
D) 2024
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: The coup was five years prior (2021), barring opposition and amid civil war, making the elections controversial.
Q4. Greenland’s leaders rejected US proposals on January 10, 2026, related to:
A) Military bases
B) US control over the island
C) Climate cooperation
D) Trade agreements
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Party leaders emphasized Greenlandic independence, rejecting President Trump’s calls for US takeover.
Q5. A drone strike in Aleppo on January 10, 2026, targeted a government building during:
A) A ceasefire declaration
B) Opposition rally
C) Military parade
D) Peace talks
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: It occurred a day after a government-declared ceasefire, highlighting ongoing Aleppo clashes.
Q6. Protests in the US on January 10, 2026, were sparked by:
A) Immigration policies
B) Foreign aid cuts
C) Economic reforms
D) ICE shootings and Border Patrol deployments
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: ICE-related incidents led to nationwide protests, with deployments to areas like Minneapolis.
Q7. Which event on January 10, 2026, involved a plane crash killing Colombian musician Yeison Jiménez?
A) Venezuela intervention
B) Philippines landslide
C) Colombia aviation accident
D) US shootings
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: A Piper PA-31 Navajo crash in Colombia claimed several lives, including the musician.
Q8. The Allied Democratic Forces conducted attacks in which country around January 10, 2026?
A) Democratic Republic of Congo
B) Uganda
C) Syria
D) Iran
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Coordinated attacks in North Kivu, DRC, killed at least 15 people.
World News Involving India (Questions 9-13)
Q9. Union Minister Piyush Goyal’s visit to Brussels concluding around January 10, 2026, advanced negotiations for:
A) India-US FTA
B) India-EU FTA
C) India-ASEAN FTA
D) India-UK FTA
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Described as a “decisive step” in India-EU Free Trade Agreement talks, reaffirming safeguards for farmers and MSMEs.
Q10. The 53rd New Delhi World Book Fair 2026, starting January 10, featured:
A) Paid entry for all
B) International publishers only
C) Only digital books
D) Free entry for the first time
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Held at Bharat Mandapam with free entry, over 1,000 publishers, and theme on Indian military history.
Q11. UN-DESA’s World Economic Situation and Prospects 2026 report projected India’s GDP growth for 2026 at:
A) 6.6%
B) 7.4%
C) 6.7%
D) 7.5%
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: India remains the fastest-growing major economy despite a slight downward revision.
Q12. Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated which system on January 10, 2026?
A) PARAM SHAKTI Supercomputer
B) Aadhaar Mascot ‘Udai’
C) National IED Data Management System
D) PANKHUDI Portal
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: NIDMS of NSG to enhance counter-IED capabilities and post-blast investigations.
Q13.A Taliban diplomat arrived in India around January 10, 2026, to take charge of:
A) Consulate in Mumbai
B) Embassy in New Delhi
C) Trade office
D) Cultural center
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Signaling warming ties since Taliban return to power in Afghanistan.
Indian Polity (Questions 14-18)
Q14. Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav questioned the Election Commission’s credibility on January 10, 2026, regarding:
A) EVM usage
B) Delimitation exercise
C) Voter list revision in Uttar Pradesh
D) Model Code of Conduct
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Related to Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls and pre-knowledge of voter removals.
Q15. Justice Manoj Kumar Gupta was appointed Chief Justice of which High Court around January 10, 2026?
A) Allahabad
B) Uttarakhand
C) Delhi
D) Madras
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Following retirement of the incumbent, as recommended by Supreme Court Collegium.
Q16. The National Medical Commission issued an advisory on January 10, 2026, clarifying MBBS seats:
A) Require separate recognition proposals
B) No fees for renewal
C) Must reduce intake
D) Annual renewal treated as recognition
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: To avoid duplicate applications from medical colleges.
Q17. Tamil Nadu launched ‘Namma Arasu’ in partnership with Meta around January 10, 2026, which is:
A) A tourism app
B) WhatsApp-based e-governance service
C) Education portal
D) Health chatbot
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Third state after Andhra Pradesh and Odisha, offering services like ticket booking in Tamil and English.
Q18. Consultations for Samagra Shiksha 3.0 were initiated for 2026-27 cycle, focusing on:
A) School education as foundation for skilled workforce
B) Higher education only
C) Vocational training
D) Digital infrastructure
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Emphasizing inclusive development and human capital.
Sports (Questions 19-22)
Q19. In football, Macclesfield achieved a historic upset on January 10, 2026, in which competition?
A) Premier League
B) Emirates FA Cup
C) Champions League
D) World Cup qualifier
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Eliminated reigning holders Crystal Palace.
Q20. Nigeria advanced to AFCON 2025 semi-finals on January 10, 2026, with a key goal from:
A) Ahmed Musa
B) Alex Iwobi
C) Victor Osimhen
D) Kelechi Iheanacho
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Osimhen’s header helped defeat Algeria 2-0.
Q21. Fans were planning travel for the 2026 event hosted across North America:
A) Olympics
B) Commonwealth Games
C) Cricket World Cup
D) FIFA World Cup
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: FIFA World Cup 2026, expecting record international attendance.
Q22. In women’s football, Georgia Stanway confirmed departure from Bayern Munich, with Arsenal leading the race, around January 10, 2026.
A) Immediate transfer
B) Summer exit
C) Loan move
D) Retirement
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Contract expires end of season, allowing pre-contract from January.
Arts, Literature, Education & Other Current Affairs (Questions 23-29)
Q23. The New Delhi World Book Fair 2026 theme honored:
A) Indian Military History: Valour and Wisdom @75
B) Indian literature classics
C) Environmental issues
D) Digital reading
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Celebrating 75 years of independence with dedicated pavilion.
Q24. UIDAI unveiled Aadhaar mascot ‘Udai’ around January 2026 to:
A) Promote digital payments
B) Target youth enrollment
C) Enhance public awareness and trust in Aadhaar
D) Replace existing logo
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Launched for better outreach in services.
Q25. India’s installed solar power capacity crossed which milestone as of January 2026?
A) 50 GW
B) 82 GW
C) 100 GW
D) 150 GW
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Led by Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Karnataka.
Q26. Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) communication technology rollout nationwide by end-2026 aims to:
A) Improve traffic speed
B) Monitor emissions
C) Enable autonomous driving
D) Reduce road crashes
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Government announcement for enhanced road safety.
Q27. Pravasi Bharatiya Divas is observed on January 9 to commemorate:
A) Gandhi’s birth
B) Gandhi’s return to India in 1915
C) Independence Day
D) Republic Day
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Though not a major event in 2026 (biennial), it remains relevant.
Q28. IREDA secured ‘Excellent’ rating in MoU with MNRE for FY25, under which ministry?
A) Ministry of Power
B) Ministry of Finance
C) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
D) Ministry of Environment
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Scoring 96.42/100 for renewable energy development.
Q29. The PANKHUDI digital portal launched around January 2026 is for:
A) Women and Child Development
B) Education
C) Health services
D) Agriculture
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Single-window platform for NRIs, NGOs, and others to contribute.
