Current Affairs 11 January, 2026 Quiz
Geopolitics (Questions 1-5)
Q1. On January 11, 2026, Iran’s parliament speaker warned that which entities would be “legitimate targets” if the US strikes over ongoing protests?
A) US military and Israel
B) Russia and China
C) Saudi Arabia and UAE
D) UK and France
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Amid intensifying protests and crackdown, Iran’s speaker issued this warning in response to potential US intervention threats.
Q2. Which organization was recently barred by Israel from entering Gaza and the West Bank, as highlighted in news on January 11, 2026?
A) UNICEF
B) Doctors Without Borders (MSF)
C) Red Cross
D) WHO
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The decision affects international aid staff and operations in the regions.
Q3. Ukrainian forces reportedly struck which Russian company’s oil platforms in the Caspian Sea overnight before January 11, 2026?
A) Gazprom
B) Rosneft
C) Lukoil
D) Transneft
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Drones targeted Lukoil platforms (Filanovsky, Graifer, Korchagin), continuing attacks on Russian energy infrastructure.
Q4. Flash floods in which country killed at least 17 people due to heavy rains and snowfall, as part of January 2026 disasters?
A) Pakistan
B) Afghanistan
C) India
D) Bangladesh
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The floods affected multiple areas in Afghanistan.
Q5. The UN raised concerns about repression ahead of elections scheduled for January 15, 2026, in which country?
A) Uganda
B) Venezuela
C) Iran
D) Switzerland
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Warnings highlighted intimidation and shrinking civic space.
World News Involving India (Questions 6-10)
Q6. India and which country agreed to extend their agriculture cooperation MoU for another five years, as reported around January 11, 2026?
A) Australia
B) France
C) Fiji
D) USA
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: The extension strengthens bilateral agricultural ties.
Q7. Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in events at Somnath Temple as part of which observance concluding around January 11, 2026?
A) Pravasi Bharatiya Divas
B) Somnath Swabhiman Parv
C) Vibrant Gujarat Summit
D) Republic Day preparations
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The Parv marked 1,000 years since the first major attack on the temple in 1026.
Q8. The Indian Army conducted which joint Military-Civil Fusion exercise recently under Southern Command?
A) Vijay Arjun
B) Him Vijay
C) Sanjha Shakti
D) Dakshin Shakti
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Held at Dighi Hills Range, involving Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Goa.
Q9. During the ongoing All India Tiger Estimation 2026, which animal (Maharashtra’s state animal) was sighted in Pune forest division?
A) Indian Giant Squirrel (Shekru)
B) Black Panther
C) Asiatic Lion
D) Snow Leopard
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Known locally as Shekru, highlighting biodiversity in protected areas.
Q10. Prasar Bharati launched a new segment called “Creator’s Corner” on which channel?
A) Doordarshan
B) DD News
C) All India Radio
D) Rajya Sabha TV
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Aimed at promoting content creators.
Indian Polity (Questions 11-16)
Q11. Who was appointed as the new Chief Justice of the Allahabad High Court around January 2026?
A) Justice Surya Kant
B) Justice Arun Bhansali
C) Justice Sheel Nagu
D) Justice Manoj Kumar Gupta
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Assumed office after retirement of previous CJ.
Q12. The Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra released manifesto for BMC elections promising what for women in buses?
A) Free travel
B) 50% fare concession
C) Reserved seats only
D) Separate buses
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Part of women-focused schemes ahead of polls.
Q13. West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee alleged harassment in voter list revision regarding which notices?
A) EVM
B) VVPAT
C) Special Intensive Revision (SIR)
D) NOTA
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Notices sent to prominent personalities during electoral roll revision.
Q14. Congress launched a nationwide agitation against replacement of MGNREGA with which new law?
A) VB-G RAM G
B) PM-KISAN
C) Atmanirbhar Bharat Rozgar Yojana
D) Garib Kalyan Rojgar Abhiyaan
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission.
Q15. NSA Ajit Doval urged youth to “avenge history” in context of making India great, during which event?
A) National Youth Day
B) Republic Day
C) Independence Day
D) Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue
Correct Answer: D.
Q16. The book on President Droupadi Murmu’s life was released by a sanitation worker to highlight what?
A) Women empowerment
B) Dignity of labour and social equality
C) Tribal rights
D) Environmental protection
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Symbolizing rise from hardship and promoting equality.
Sports (Questions 17-20)
Q17. Rishabh Pant was likely ruled out of which series due to injury during nets on January 10, 2026?
A) ODI vs New Zealand
B) Test vs Australia
C) T20 vs England
D) IPLCorrect Answer: A.
Explanation: Injury occurred ahead of the ODI series starting January 11.
Q18. Aryna Sabalenka won her second consecutive title at which tennis tournament on January 11, 2026?
A) Australian Open
B) Brisbane International
C) Doha Open
D) Sydney Classic
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Defeated Marta Kostyuk in straight sets.
Q19. FC Barcelona women’s team achieved a massive victory scoring how many goals against Madrid CFF?
A) 8-1
B) 10-0
C) 12-1
D) 15-2
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: A goal-scoring recital to open the year.
Q20. In NFL playoffs, which team sealed a road win over Jaguars led by Josh Allen?
A) Kansas City Chiefs
B) Buffalo Bills
C) Miami Dolphins
D) New England Patriots
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Bills advanced in the wildcard round.
Other Relevant Current Affairs (Arts, Education, Literature, etc.) (Questions 21-24)
Q21. Bob Weir, co-founder of which iconic band, passed away as reported on January 11, 2026?
A) The Beatles
B) Rolling Stones
C) Grateful Dead
D) Pink Floyd
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Statement issued by California Governor highlighting his legacy.
Q22. Indian-origin mathematician Nalini Joshi was named Scientist of the Year in which Australian state?
A) Victoria
B) New South Wales
C) Queensland
D) Western Australia
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: First mathematician to receive the honour.
Q23. Prasar Bharati’s new segment aims to feature content creators on DD News; what is it called?
A) Digital India Corner
B) Innovators
C) Youth Voice
D) Creator’s Corner Hub
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Launched to promote digital content.
Q24. The Government of India plans to roll out which vehicle communication technology by end of 2026?
A) Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V)
B) V2X
C) Autonomous Driving
D) Electric Charging Network
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Enhances road safety through direct vehicle communication.