Geopolitics & International Relations (Questions 1-10)
Q1. What triggered the latest US strikes on Iran around 10 June 2026?
A) Iranian nuclear tests
B) Downing of a US Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz
C) Cyber attacks on US bases
D) Oil embargo on Europe
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: US retaliatory strikes followed the incident; Iran responded with attacks on US-linked targets in Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, etc., escalating tensions.
Q2. According to recent developments, which country’s Revolutionary Guards claimed strikes on the US Fifth Fleet in Bahrain?
A) Israel
B) Saudi Arabia
C) Iran
D) Yemen
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Part of tit-for-tat actions in the 2026 Iran-related crisis.
Q3. SIPRI Yearbook 2026 highlighted India’s nuclear developments. What milestone did it report for the first time?
A) Testing of new ICBM
B) Deployment of ~12 nuclear warheads (mated with delivery systems, including on SSBNs)
C) Signing of NPT
D) Reduction in arsenal size
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: India’s stockpile ~190 warheads; shift toward operational deployment while maintaining no-first-use.
Q4. India’s response to PoK developments was highlighted by MEA on/around 10 June 2026. What was urged?
A) UN intervention
B) Economic sanctions on Turkey
C) Bilateral talks with China
D) Hold Pakistan accountable for crackdown in PoK
Correct Answer: D.
Q5. Which international sporting event’s 2026 edition faced geopolitical tensions and travel/visa issues?
A) FIFA World Cup
B) Olympics
C) Asian Games
D) Commonwealth Games
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Concerns over inclusivity, US policies, and broader conflicts.
Q6. Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal’s visit to India focused on:
A) Trade only
B) Boundary issues and bilateral ties (objective, rules-based approach)
C) Military alliance
D) Space cooperation exclusively
Correct Answer: B.
Q7. In the context of West Asia tensions, India placed Starlink approval on hold due to security concerns related to:
A) Russia-Ukraine war
B) 5G rollout delays
C) Domestic elections
D) Potential use in Iran conflict
Correct Answer: D.
Q8. Which country’s military intercepted Iranian missiles targeting a US-linked base (e.g., Muwaffaq Salti)?
A) Egypt
B) Jordan
C) Turkey
D) Qatar
Correct Answer: B.
Q9. PM Modi surpassed whose record to become India’s longest continuously-serving democratically elected Prime Minister (as of ~10 June 2026 context)?
A) Indira Gandhi
B) Atal Bihari Vajpayee
C) Jawaharlal Nehru
D) Manmohan Singh
Correct Answer: C.
Q10. BRICS-related diplomacy was in focus with India’s chairship; a key upcoming event is the summit in:
A) Brazil
B) India
C) China
D) South Africa
Correct Answer: B.
Indian Polity & Governance (Questions 11-16)
Q11. What scheme did Union Minister Piyush Goyal launch for developing 100 world-class industrial parks?
A) PM Gati Shakti
B) Atmanirbhar Bharat
C) BHAVYA Portal (Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana)
D) Make in India 2.0
Correct Answer: C.
Q12. Election Commission rules were discussed regarding political party symbols. Can a party use a “cockroach” as its symbol?
A) Yes, unconditionally
B) Prohibited entirely
C) Only for regional parties
D) Subject to EC guidelines on acceptability and non-offensiveness
Correct Answer: D.
Q13. Swaminathan Janakiraman was re-appointed as:
A) Deputy Governor of RBI
B) RBI Governor
C) Finance Secretary
D) SEBI Chairperson
Correct Answer: A.
Q14. Zojila Tunnel breakthrough (around 9 June 2026) is significant for:
A) Connecting Kashmir and Ladakh year-round (all-weather connectivity)
B) Himalayan railway project
C) Tourism in Himachal only
D) Pakistan border fencing
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: ~13.15 km tunnel; reduces travel time dramatically; strategic for Ladakh.
Q15. Regional Meteorological Centre inaugurated in Lucknow by:
A) PM Modi
B) MoS Jitendra Singh & UP CM Yogi Adityanath
C) Defence Minister
D) Environment Minister
Correct Answer: B.
Q16. India called for dialogue on climate finance at which forum?
A) G20
B) Bonn conference
C) COP30
D) BRICS
Correct Answer: B.
Sports (Questions 17-22)
Q17. India dominated which championship around 10 June 2026?
A) Chess Olympiad
B) Hockey World Cup
C) Asian Athletics
D) Yogasana Championship
Correct Answer: D.
Q18. FIFA World Cup 2026 opening-related news highlighted concerns over:
A) Venue readiness only
B) Travel bans, ICE policies, and geopolitical tensions affecting attendance
C) Ticket prices
D) Player injuries
Correct Answer: B.
Q19. In cricket, Ruturaj Gaikwad’s century helped India A against:
A) Australia A
B) England Lions
C) Sri Lanka A
D) Bangladesh A
Correct Answer: C.
Q20. ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 schedule starts from:
A) June 12
B) June 10
C) July 1
D) August 15
Correct Answer: A.
Q21. Congressional Baseball Game 2026 was held on 10 June; it raises funds for:
A) Political campaigns
B) Charity (Congressional Sports for Charity)
C) Olympic training
D) Disaster relief
Correct Answer: B.
Q22. DD Sports acquired rights for:
A) IPL
B) Pro Kabaddi
C) Olympics 2028
D) FIFA World Cup 2026 (free-to-air in India)
Correct Answer: D.
Infrastructure, Economy & Environment (Questions 23-25)
Q23. Zojila Tunnel project completion target:
A) February 2028
B) December 2026
C) 2027 end
D) Immediate
Correct Answer: A.
Q24. IMF 2026 consultation for Nigeria (Tinubu administration) advised against:
A) Oil exports
B) $5 billion opaque swap deal; favored transparent Eurobonds/higher taxes
C) Infrastructure spending
D) Naira devaluation
Correct Answer: B.
Q25. India urged wealthy nations on shrinking:
A) FDI
B) Tech transfers
C) Military aid
D) International climate finance gaps
Correct Answer: D.
Arts, Education, Literature & Miscellaneous (Questions 26-30)
Q26. UNESCO-related events around June 2026 focus on:
A) Sports education
B) Digital literacy only
C) Culture and Arts Education for Sustainable Peace/Quality strengthening
D) Vocational training
Correct Answer: C.
Q27. PM Modi is set to announce BBL (Big Bash League) 2026-27 opener at:
A) Mumbai
B) Chennai
C) Delhi
D) Kolkata
Correct Answer: B.
Q28. A political party symbol query involved which insect?
A) Bee
B) Cockroach
C) Butterfly
D) Ant
Correct Answer: B.
Q29. Falling Total Fertility Rate (TFR) globally was discussed in context of:
A) Population economics and demographics
B) Sports performance
C) Nuclear policy
D) Space missions
Correct Answer: A.
Q30. Service of songs for late actor Alex Ekubo held on 10 June 2026 in:
A) Mumbai
B) Lagos (Nigeria)
C) Delhi
D) London
Correct Answer: B. Lagos (Nigeria)
